Operations Analyst

As a world leader in finding, mining and processing the earth's mineral resources, Rio Tinto delivers minerals and metals that meet global needs and contribute to improving our living standards. Our success depends not only on the quality and diversity of the Group's assets, but also on the talent, skills and safety of our people. We seek to contribute to sustainable development and share a commitment to be a dependable global partner and a good local neighbour.

Join a leading iron ore producer
As the second largest supplier to global iron ore trade, we provide unrivalled flexibility through our world-class network of 14 mines, three port terminals and 1,400 kilometre rail system in Western Australia's Pilbara region. We're about to undertake the largest mining project in Australia to expand our annual capacity to 283 million tonnes per annum, on a pathway to 333 million tonnes. Along with our innovative Mine of the Future™ programme, we're producing more tonnes, more efficiently. As a valued team member, we will offer you commitment to a safe working environment, a highly competitive salary package and the chance to develop your career at the forefront of mining.

Due to rapid expansion, we are currently seeking experienced an Operations Analyst to provide cost analysis, planning and reporting expertise to assist our Pilbara sites in maximising their performance. Based in Perth with regular travel to the Pilbara region, these positions will provide successful candidates with the opportunity to achieve hands on exposure to Rio Tinto's business and sites. Reporting to the Senior Operations Analyst, this role will be responsible for the preparation of operating costs, month end reporting, Business Unit planning and forecasting, as well as ongoing initiatives in continuous improvement.

Successful candidates will be degree qualified in a Bachelor of Business or equivalent and have completed or working towards achieving a CA/CPA qualification. Strong month end processing experience, management accounting experience and the ability to work autonomously in the role are key requirements of these positions. Applicants who have strong communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to demonstrate commercially focused results analysis will be highly regarded. Mining experience is highly regarded, though not essential.

Internal candidates are requested to advise their Leader of their application before progressing to interview.

To apply for these highly sought after opportunities please submit your CV by Friday 6^th July 2012.

Operations Analyst