An inclusive environment for all
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees feel comfortable being themselves. We also want everyone to feel that their voices matter, that all cultures are respected, and that perspectives, as diverse as they are, are not only welcome, but essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other distinguishing aspect.
At Rio Tinto, we welcome and encourage applications from women, older workers, persons with disabilities and representatives from diverse backgrounds.
Everyone is different, and we believe that these differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences, and perspectives within our team enhances the way we work and our ability to succeed together.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly capable
Senior Advisor in Value Chain Management to play a pivotal role in optimising the sustainable value creation of the Simfer business. This position sits at the heart of our operational ecosystem, where you will work closely with multiple teams across the full mining value chain—from extraction to processing, logistics and shipment—to ensure that decisions are informed, coordinated, and aligned with long‑term business performance objectives.
In this strategic advisory role, you will deliver high‑quality reports, scenario analyses and presentations that clearly articulate how operational plans, ore movements and maintenance timing will influence value creation. You will help ensure that all parts of the business—from the mine to rail, port, and shipping—work in alignment and with a shared understanding of constraints and priorities. Occasionally, you may travel across Guinea and internationally to engage with other parts of the Simfer organisation.
Your Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with operational teams across the value chain to align planning assumptions and improve integrated business performance.
- Identify future risks and opportunities impacting long‑term value creation, including operational bottlenecks, capacity limitations and external factors.
- Maintain, refine and develop forecasting and scheduling tools for ore movement, maintenance planning and system-wide performance modelling.
- Produce high‑quality technical reports, dashboards and presentations that support operational and strategic decision discussions.
- Support cross‑functional alignment by helping teams understand the value implications of different operational scenarios and trade‑offs.
- Contribute to building a culture of transparency, collaboration and continuous improvement across the integrated value chain.
What You Will Bring
- Strong understanding of mining, industrial operations, and/or integrated value chain processes, ideally across several parts of the chain.
- Demonstrated experience working in complex, multidisciplinary environments, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical disciplines.
- A highly motivated, curious, and collaborative mindset, with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to build trust across diverse teams and cultures.
- Strong analytical capabilities, including the ability to interpret complex datasets and build robust scheduling, forecasting and scenario‑modelling tools.
- Language skills in French, English and/or Mandarin, which are valuable assets in our multicultural operational setting.
- A commitment to driving safe, efficient and sustainable value creation across all parts of the mining operation.
What We Offer
Get recognition for your contributions, your ability to think, your hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing that you have helped the world move forward.
- Work environment where safety is always the top priority
- Competitive base salary based on your skills and experience
- Annual cash incentives for eligible employees
- Career development opportunities and training assistance to achieve your aspirations
- Access to family-friendly health programs, top-notch retirement and savings plans
- Wellness benefits
- Rio Tinto's generous employee stock ownership plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- One-on-one wellness support (personal and professional matters) for you and your family
- Comprehensive leave policy covering all important life moments (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, etc.)
About The Simandou Project
The Simandou Iron Ore Project is located in the Republic of Guinea, West Africa. It is Africa’s largest infrastructure and mining project and represents one of the largest known reserves of high-grade iron ore in the world.
Rio Tinto holds rights to Simandou Blocks 3 and 4 through SimFer, a joint venture between the Government of the Republic of Guinea, Rio Tinto and Chalco Iron Ore Holdings (CIOH). Construction of the mine, together with the associated rail and port infrastructure, is well underway with first production from the SimFer mine expected in 2025.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a global leader in the mining and materials companies. We are established in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and the prosperity of people, communities, and nations. We have been in business for 150 years, drawing on knowledge accumulated over generations and on different continents. Our mission – to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs – guides us in our quest for innovation and continuous improvement, with the goal of making products that are low in emissions and meet the right environmental, social and governance standards. But because we can't do it alone, we focus on creating partnerships that allow us to solve problems, create mutually beneficial situations and seize opportunities.
