Apprentices

Fitter and Turner | Electrical | Mechanical Diesel Fitter

• Gain on the job experience and knowledge in a recognised trade qualification
• Ongoing training and development
• Located at Bell Bay on the East Tamar in Northern Tasmania

About the role

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

We have multiple opportunities to develop skills with a globally connected and safety focused organisation. As part of the Rio Tinto Group, Bell Bay Aluminium are seeking Apprentices – Mechanical (Fitter and Turner), Apprentices – Mechanical (Diesel Fitter) and Apprentices – Electrical to join our maintenance team, where you will work across a variety of areas and gain exceptional knowledge and skills.

These roles are a great opportunity for hands on, self-starters who are looking to commence their career in the industry. Reporting to the Superintendent Maintenance Assets and Projects, you will be:

• Learning trade knowledge and skills relating to plant maintenance, machinery, processes and systems deployed across the site.
• Working towards completing an apprenticeship in conjunction with a nationally recognised training plan through internal and external training (i.e. Tas TAFE).
• Working as part of a team to ensure safe, continuous and environmentally responsible operations.
• Gaining experience from a range of qualified trade experts whilst being supported by onsite apprentice mentors.

What you’ll bring

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Good Maths and English skills.
• Demonstrated interest in Electrical or Mechanical systems or projects, with a well put together application.
• The desire and willingness to learn with a self-motivated ‘can do’ attitude.
• Strong work ethics with a commitment to health, safety and environmental work practices.
• Experience working as part of a team and strong verbal and written communication skills.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a global leader in aluminium, one of the world's most widely used metals. Active in the sector for more than 110 years, we operate large-scale, high-quality bauxite mines and alumina refineries; alongside the world's most modern and competitive aluminium smelters portfolio. Our industry leadership includes our benchmark smelting technology and enviable hydropower position, key strengths in today's carbon-constrained world.

Where you’ll be working

Bell Bay Aluminium is part of the Rio Tinto Group, a global leader in aluminium, which is one of the world’s most widely used metals. Based approximately 50 kilometres from Launceston in Northern Tasmania, the smelter produces primary aluminium products.

If you’re not already connected with us via our Facebook Page, follow this link for more information: www.facebook.com/bellbayaluminium

Or, you can learn more on our official website: https://bellbayaluminium.com.au/

Every Voice Matters

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.

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.

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

This role is subject to Rio Tinto's Pre-Employment Screening Standard and will involve your consent to conduct occupational health assessments and pre-employment checks.

Applications close on Tuesday 7th September, 2021 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).