• Work with our Development & Technology (D&T) group
• Instrumental in evaluating and driving projects for China.
• Based in Beijing – China

• Work with internal and external stakeholders in developing China-related execution models for projects,
• Work with and support China Study Manager to screen and evaluate business opportunities in China for projects in early stages (e.g. Conceptual Study and Oo M) and get prepared for drafting the execution plans accordingly for the projects in pipeline,
• Take the lead to support the projects team on the planning for contracts and procurement for PFS, FS, execution and delivery, including reviewing high-level plans and facilitating strategy development for different projects,
• Develop and maintain the network with contractors in China, work with China Sourcing to support projects team on tender process and contract negotiations,
• Oversee and manage the contractors as the representative of project teams making sure the deliverables and performance of the contractors are in line with Rio Tinto requirements,
• Review the overall activities of Rio Tinto in China, identifying and seizing opportunities to drive scale or portfolio synergies across different projects and maximise the utilities and value for Rio Projects,
• Work with Rio Tinto China teams in facilitating case by case problem solving / course correction planning,
• Monitor project risk matrix for continuity of value assumptions,
• Support senior management in developing and implementing China Strategy for Rio Projects

• An undergraduate degree is essential, preferably majoring in Engineering, Business, or equivalent.
• Work experience in mining industry and related manufacturing, engineering sectors desirable
• Work Experience in major project execution desirable
• Minimum 15 Years experience in project management of large capital projects
• International experience
• Technical Competencies
  • Technical and practical experience in project execution and delivery in an international context,
  • Familiarity and understanding of manufacturing, engineering and constructing sectors, particularly for mining, mineral processing and metallurgical industries
  • Competency in project management
  • Commercial acumen, energy and integrity
  • Internal alignment and collaboration
  • Awareness of wider implications of decisions and business arrangements effective solutions to minimise risks
• Other Skills Required
  • Ability to think strategically and critically to deal with challenges
  • Effective interpersonal, influencing and relationship building skills
  • Self-starter with strong accountability for own workload
  • Ability to influence others to achieve a common goal.
  • Proficient Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)
  • Planning and coordination skills in an operations environment
  • Ability to work effectively and productively within in a team, and also across different business units and commodity groups
  • Dedication to deliver on commitments and achieve deadlines
  • Ability to build and develop a team
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Ability to take initiative to derive value
  • Ability to effectively communicate in both English and Chinese Mandarin
  • Able to respond quickly and effectively to requests for information

About us

Every Voice Matters
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.


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.


Application Deadline: 1st Oct 2024
(Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings prior to the stated closing date)
Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.
Rio Tinto does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruiters or employment agencies. Rio Tinto will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Rio Tinto reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Rio Tinto.