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Our business
We operate in 35 countries where our 60,000+ employees are working to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Our purpose in action
Continuous improvement and innovation are part of our DNA
Innovation
The need for innovation is greater than ever
All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.
We supply the metals and minerals used to help the world grow and decarbonise
Iron Ore
The primary raw material used to make steel, which is strong, long-lasting and cost-efficient
Lithium
The lightest of all metals, it is a key element needed for low-carbon technologies
Copper
Tough but malleable, corrosion-resistant and recyclable, and an excellent conductor of heat and transmitter of electricity
Bringing to market materials critical to urbanisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy
Oyu Tolgoi
One of the most modern, safe and sustainable operations in the world
Simandou Project
The world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit
Western Australia
While iron ore is central to our operations in WA, we have a diverse presence across the state, from salt, lithium, our diamond legacy and our promising copper-gold project
Providing materials the world needs in a responsible way
Climate Change
We’re targeting net zero emissions by 2050
Nature solutions
Our nature-based solutions projects complement the work we're doing to reduce our Scope 1 and 2 emissions
Enabling ESG transparency
Our START™ initiative tracks traceability and responsible production of Rio Tinto materials.
We aim to deliver superior returns to our shareholders while safeguarding the environment and meeting our obligations to wider society
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Supporting the circular economy
We work and partner to keep resources in use for a more circular future
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We are taking important steps to grow our Indigenous leadership, helping us better understand and work with host communities in the future. By having strong Indigenous leaders in place, we can ensure Indigenous voices are heard on cultural heritage matters and broader issues — right across our business.
In Australia, we have committed $50 million over 5 years to attract, retain and grow Indigenous leaders, and we have increased the number of Australian Indigenous leaders in our business fivefold since November 2020. We have also identified further candidates for future opportunities through a targeted Indigenous talent management and selection program.
We are committed to increasing cultural knowledge, advancing Indigenous leadership and participation in our workforce, and working together with Indigenous communities and partners to create a better future."
Kellie Parker, Chief Executive Australia
This program supports our Indigenous employees to accelerate the transition to higher roles within our business and bridge any development gaps.
It is available for people either leading teams or pursuing a more technical discipline and is tailored to suit each person’s specific career aspirations. The program can include access to one of our university partnerships to fast-track tailored learning to help employees secure qualifications for their next role, or placement in another role or operation to develop core business and leadership skills.
We’re proud to have partnered with the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) to deliver the RioInspire program which is a first of its kind, blending Indigenous knowledge and practices with best-practice leadership research. It's a globally recognised framework that focuses on developing executive-ready Indigenous future leaders who will have an influential role in shaping the future not only our business and Indigenous Australia, but all Australia.
This partnership has enabled us to develop a program specifically for Rio Tinto Indigenous leaders. It incorporates Rio Tinto’s ways of working, including our values and business priorities. Upon completion, participants receive an AGSM Certificate of Executive Management Development.
One of the key findings of the recent Board review into cultural heritage management highlighted our need to transform our work culture to better reflect our values.
Our two-way mentoring program presents an important opportunity for our senior leaders in Australia to offer career advice to our Indigenous talent, while gaining a better understanding of some of the challenges faced by our Indigenous employees. The program is helping build a culture of understanding across our organisation and foster connections between Indigenous and non-Indigenous employees.
In 2021, 76 Indigenous employees paired with senior leaders participated in our two-way mentoring program across our Australia-based business to deepen cross-cultural understanding and responsiveness.
Fiona is a proud Yolngu woman from Nhulunbuy, North-East Arnhem Land, Australia. Fiona has been recognised for her excellence in leadership, recently receiving the "Judges Award" at the Women in Resources Excellence Awards.
Fiona began working for Rio Tinto in 2018, completing a fast-tracked 2-year Surface Extraction traineeship in just one year. She then progressed to become a Heavy Mining Equipment Operator, which she did for 3 years.
In 2021, Fiona joined the Dhuka Mala crew, an all-Indigenous work group program that provides a focus on education, training and employment of North-East Arnhem Land clan members. The program incorporates work-readiness with on-the-job training to develop pathways to employment.
"Gove is a special place for people to come and find out about our culture, learn who we are and how we connect to land and sea,
"I'd heard about the program and I wanted to join it to be able to do some training. I wasn’t sure then what training I wanted to do but I knew Rio Tinto would be able to give me opportunities. Once I completed my traineeship I moved on to do a full time role with Rio Tinto as an Operator working the 12 hours shifts.
"I really enjoy working with the Dhuka Mala team - I get to meet people and work with my own Yolngu people to help them achieve what they want for their pathway.
"They're trying to train us properly to work down on the mine site and also at the RDA (Residue Disposal Area) because there'll be the long-term monitoring work, including rehabilitation and revegetation of areas.
"It's good because you get to meet people, learn new skills and you can keep trying new jobs and tasks. The training is never ending for everybody. We all train and learn different skills and share that knowledge and respect each other."
Our future success begins with choosing the right people to help us find better ways to produce materials the world needs. Browse our job listings and join our talent network to take the first step to joining us.