About the role

• Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
• We are looking for an Advisor: Business Improvement to provide support, training and coaching in the embedding of business improvement initiatives and Lean culture. Participates in six sigma breakthrough projects for a division, site or function.

Reporting to the Principal Advisor: Operations Excellence and working in a collaborative community within the Business Improvement team, you will:

1. Assist in the development and deployment of business improvement method and tools, in line with the organization’s vision of becoming The Best Operator.
2. Participate and lead audits of Rio Tinto Safe Production System best practices, improvement/LEAN adoption across the business.
3. Interface with various departments on Information Centers, 5S boards, and other business improvement activities.
4. Support compliance with standardise processes, systems, and tools.
5. Identify opportunities for improvement projects and support/develop effective project scopes.
6. Develop and maintain effective relationships with leaders and employees.
7. Provide technical support to project stakeholders.
8. Deliver training for business improvement tools and methodologies using training standards and material.

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• A Degree, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• At least 5 years of relevant heavy industry and lean implementation experience.
• Relevant Degree would be advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills with focus on problem solving.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong teaching, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to thrive in a challenging work environment to consistently deliver quality service to the organization.