Serviceperson

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Serviceperson to join the dedicated Maintenance team at Gove Operations, located in the Northern Territory. This full-time permanent position offers a unique fly-in fly-out (FIFO) schedule, working 4 days and 4 nights on-site followed by 8 days off, departing from Cairns or Darwin (with Brisbane to Cairns travel at candidate's expense). This role involves supporting minor maintenance activities to ensure equipment stays reliable across the operation.

Key Duties

• Perform daily equipment servicing including refuelling, lubrication, and fluid level checks.
• Assist with routine maintenance tasks to reduce operational downtime.
• Safely operate service vehicles on site.
• Conduct thorough inspections and promptly report any equipment faults or defects.
• Keep accurate records of all servicing activities and communicate shift handovers effectively.
• Engage actively in continuous improvement efforts within the team.
• Adhere strictly to all site safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and team safety.
• Exhibits respectfulness and inclusivity towards others.
• Holds or is willing to obtain an HR class driver's licence (preferred).
• Previous experience in a similar maintenance or service role or a keen willingness to learn.
• Capable of working comfortably in hot, outdoor environments.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and an interest in mechanical systems.
• Good organizational skills, including time management and ability to work cooperatively in a team.

Benefits and Remuneration

• Competitive pay along with various allowances.
• Recognition for personal contributions, innovative thinking, and dedication.
• A workplace culture where safety remains the top priority.
• Permanent employment directly with Rio Tinto.
• Base salary complemented by an annual incentive program.
• Access to comprehensive medical coverage including subsidised private health insurance for employees and their immediate family.
• Participation in attractive company share ownership schemes.
• Company-provided insurance benefits.
• Flexible salary sacrifice and packaging options.
• Support for career development and education aligned with technical or leadership goals.
• Ongoing family-friendly health and wellbeing programs.
• Generous leave entitlements covering vacation, parental leave (18 weeks paid parental leave for all parents), sick leave, and cultural leave.

Work Environment

Gove Operations has maintained a global reputation by supplying high-quality bauxite to the aluminium industry for over four decades. Situated in Australia's Northern Territory, the site produces around 12 million tonnes of bauxite annually and employs a workforce of approximately 460. Operational activities encompass mining, maintenance, asset management, shutdown planning, export operations, and cultural heritage management.

Diversity and Inclusion

The company values and encourages applications from Indigenous Australians, women, LGBTQ+ community members, mature employees, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Rio Tinto is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.