Python Job: Geophysicist

Geophysicist / Petrophysicist – Resource Development – Perth

• Be part of a dynamic supportive team in fast paced mining, project evaluation and exploration operations

• Drive change, innovation and promote value added growth as part of our work
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements based in Central Park - Perth CBD, ad-hoc site travel as required

About the role

All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.

An exciting new opportunity now exists for a Geophysicist / Petrophysicist to join our Iron Ore - Resource Development team in Perth. Focussed on realising and adding value to current and future projects, this key technical role will ensure that downhole geophysical logging, surface geophysical surveys and associated activities are planned and executed safely, with results delivered to a high standard and in a timely manner.

Resource Development is a department within Operational and Technical Support. To be successful the candidate needs to work closely and personably with many internal and external stakeholders (including Technical Services, Mine Engineering, and Operations), to identify gaps and opportunities in resource understanding, and project delivery.

Reporting to the Senior Geophysicist you will:

• Be accountable for the timely delivery of high quality and fit for purpose petrophysical data for integration into the geological estimation process.
• Be responsible for the design and full department-wide stakeholder engagement relating to the collection of key JORC compliant petrophysical data.
• Ensure robust planning and the safe execution of high quality and fit for purpose surface geophysical programs to enhance Geoscientific, Environmental, Hydrogeological and Geotechnical decision making.
• Support and pursue innovative process improvements for data collection and processing to ensure optimum delivery of petrophysical and surface geophysical data.
• Demonstrably use your values of Care, Curiosity, and Courage to provide ongoing personable technical support for stakeholders throughout Rio Tinto and the Resource Development team.

What you will bring

Ideally, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Geoscience or Geodata Science – a practical Honours or above is advantageous, but not a requirement.
• Excellent engagement skills and ability to build relationships in a collaborative inclusive environment with numerous diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated knowledge of geoscientific software (preferably ArcGIS, Oasis Montaj, Leapfrog, and acQuire).
• An understanding of the fundamentals of petrophysical (i.e. density and magnetic susceptibility) and geophysical (i.e. magnetics, gravity, and electromagnetics) data collection, processing, and interpretation practices.
• Acceptance of the importance of Aboriginal Heritage and the need to ensure our geophysical plans don’t impact these sites is a must.
• Programming and data science skills with an ability to read/write Python are highly regarded.
• A ‘C’ class manual driver’s licence is essential.

In addition, the successful candidate will have a passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence

What we are offering

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 competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan and extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
• 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)
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate.

Where you will be working

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto undertakes expansive resource development programs that deliver the resources and reserves required to sustain our iron ore business. Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading margins. Our premium product suite, including our flagship Pilbara blend, drives strong customer relationships and is supported by technical and commercial marketing expertise. The iron ore business continues to be the world's largest autonomous truck operator and a proud leader in automated mining technologies.

This position is based in the Perth CBD, Central Park with ad-hoc travel to the Pilbara as required.

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers.

For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers –generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress. Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium –the world’s first to be certified “responsible” –helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ 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.

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

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Applications for this role close on Tuesday 29th November 2022.