Specialist - Chemical Analysis  [Feb.9, 2010]

Location: Perth, Australia

Perth based Specialist role

Opportunity for regional travel

Supports diverse Pilbara Iron Ore mine sites

Rio Tinto is a leading international mining group headquartered in the UK. Rio Tinto's business is finding, mining, and processing mineral resources. Major products are aluminium, copper, diamonds, energy (coal and uranium), industrial minerals (borax, titanium dioxide, salt, talc) and iron ore. Activities span the world but are strongly represented in Australia and North America with significant businesses in South America, Asia, Europe and southern Africa. Rio Tinto Iron Ore provides unrivalled flexibility by operating and maintaining the diverse assets owned by Hamersley Iron and Robe River in the northwest of Western Australia. We will offer you commitment to a safe, injury free working environment, a highly competitive salary package, and the opportunity to develop your career. With combined operations comprising three shipping terminals, eleven mines and the largest heavy freight railway in Australia, the Pilbara operations produce more than 200 million tonnes of iron ore annually and further growth options are being evaluated.

RTIO's Metallurgical Development team are currently seeking applications from qualified chemists to fill the role of Specialist - Chemical Analysis. The focus of this position will be to assist RTIO laboratories manage quality assurance programs to maintain and improve the performance of chemical analysis systems.

Key accountabilities:

• Manage quality assurance programs to ensure that chemical analyses across RTIO are performed within defined ranges of precision and accuracy.
• Provide technical support and training to site laboratories on instrument operation, calibration and trouble shooting.
• Manage agreements with service providers covering the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment.
• Provide advice on the application of relevant Australian and International Standards to chemical analysis.
• Manage projects to improve analytical processes and evaluate new technologies.

The successful candidate will be degree qualified with experience in quality assurance systems, XRF calibration and operation, and the application and development of analytical standards. Familiarity with laboratory management software and prior exposure to Iron Ore will be highly regarded.

This is a hands-on role that will rely on building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and pro-active and will make good use of their excellent negotiation and problem solving skills.

This is a rare opportunity to join a world class mining organisation at a time of rapid expansion in a highly specialised role. For the right candidate, a competitive remuneration package is on offer, in addition to a rewarding and technically challenging work environment.

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV by Wednesday 17 February.

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