Be part of a global mining company striving for impeccable Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) credentials
Deliver positive social outcomes for host communities
Manage community commitments and harness opportunities throughout the asset’s life cycle
Build enduring relationships between our operation and communities, including with Traditional Owners and other stakeholders
Permanent role based at Gove Operations, North East Arnhem Land
About the role Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. We are looking for an experienced Communities & Social Performance (CSP) Manager, to lead CSP planning and activities across mining operations, major projects and closure. This is a great opportunity to lead and deliver best practice CSP and engagement activities to advance business strategy aimed at mitigating social risk and maximising opportunities. Leading a team of CSP practitioners, you will develop and implement CSP strategies, strengthen capability and provide leadership in building meaningful relationships and partnerships both internally and externally. Living in Gove, Northern Territory, offers a unique lifestyle that blends natural beauty, adventure, and a strong sense of community. Nestled in the heart of Arnhem Land, Gove is rich with Indigenous culture, and surrounded by pristine beaches, and stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy fishing, hiking, or exploring untouched wilderness, Gove provides endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. The town has a welcoming, close-knit community, with excellent local services, schools, and amenities that make it an ideal place for families and individuals seeking a balanced lifestyle. With a more relaxed pace of life and the chance to truly disconnect from the hustle of larger cities, living in Gove allows you to immerse yourself in a peaceful, culturally rich environment, while contributing to a region that plays a significant role in Australia’s resources industry. Reporting to the General Manager - Gove Operations, you will:
Plan, implement and report on activities that enable the organisation to deliver its CSP strategy and objectives.
Identify, negotiate, implement and maintain agreements, commitments, and/or partnerships to support the business and strengthen the communities where we operate.
Build and maintain a deep knowledge base of communities, leveraging this expertise to foster mutual understanding and identify shared interests.
Develop and maintain favourable relationships through strong engagement with the local community and stakeholders; facilitate relationships between asset leaders and external stakeholders.
Manage and mitigate social risk and opportunities associated with our business activities.
Facilitate the resolution of complex CSP situations and challenges.
Empower and strengthen capability of CSP team members and business leaders to deliver an ambitious CSP Plan informed by the business’ objectives and long-term aspirations of external stakeholders.
Represent the business at community and industry gatherings or forums.
Engage with the business on key technical CSP deliverables including responsible management of land and tenure, preservation of cultural heritage, supporting Indigenous participation and co-designing a positive long-term legacy for the site with key stakeholders.
Ensure activities of team members are aligned to maintaining compliance with legal and other commitments, and company policy and standards relating to CSP.
What you’ll bring
A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, community relations or community development in a similar role
Experience managing complex multi stakeholder plans and projects
Proven ability to build positive relationships, including building and leading a team
Strong data analysis and interpretation skills
Experience with risk identification and management
Influencing skills
What we offer
Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
Possible domestic relocation assistance
About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities. Where you’ll be working
Our Gove site in Australia’s Northern Territory has been supplying the global aluminium industry with world-class bauxite for more than 40 years.
Gove bauxite is shipped internationally as well as domestically to supply Queensland Alumina Limited and Yarwun refineries in Gladstone, Queensland. These refineries produce alumina as feedstock for our Australian aluminium smelting operations and for sale on the international market. We expect our bauxite mining operations in the Gove Peninsula will cease later this decade and we are doing significant work to support closure of the operation. Every Voice Matters At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different. Applications close on Friday, 18th of October 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)