Pit Patroller – Gudai-Darri
Full Time permanent position with amazing benefits
FIFO 8/6 - 7/7 from Perth & Busselton
Experience as a Pit Patroller is essential to thrive in this role.
About the role
Are you passionate about technology and excited to work with some of the world’s largest autonomous machines? Do you thrive in a fast-paced mining environment and have a strong focus on safety and production targets? If so, you could be our next Pit Patroller at one of Rio's largest Pilbara Iron Operations.
In this vital role, you’ll collaborate closely with Central Control to ensure the safety and efficiency of the pit operations. Known as “The Eyes of the Pit,” you’ll be responsible for surveying and refining roads and locations, responding to AHS faults, working alongside mobile plant operators to proactively manage pit conditions, and supporting supervisors with leadership duties as needed.
We’re looking for candidates with experience in similar roles, step-up positions, or Central Control. Familiarity with systems like Frontrunner or Minestar and exceptional communication and leadership skills are highly valued.
If you’re seeking a fresh opportunity at a new site and are eager to make an impact, we encourage you to apply!
As a Pit Patroller / Field builder reporting to the Production Supervisor, your accountabilities will be:
Undertake daily Pre- task Risk Assessments, perform all tasks in strict accordance too RTIO safety standards and procedures whilst championing a strong safety culture.
Provide support to the production leadership team with activities such as assisting with and executing PSI’s, leadership in the field interactions, attending Plan of Day and grade control meetings as required and working collaboratively with the Central Controller throughout the shift.
Attending and correcting AHT faults and obstacle detection events, monitoring fleet performance, identifying hazards and communicating with the supervisors/central control potential safety and production constraints such as inclement weather, slippery or dusty environments, road conditions, dig unit moves and assisting in escorting unequipped vehicles safely through AHT area.
Surveying and refining roads, dumps and locations to ensure safe and efficient haulage, managing critical taught courses such as crusher, fuel bay and park up locations and ensuring dumping and dig locations are secured and demarcated if not in use.
Assist Dig unit operators in improving spot times, continuously monitoring windrow heights, post blast inspections, demarcation and Pit signage duties, assist with hot-seating plans and transporting pit personnel to their relevant work areas in a safe and timely fashion.
Provide training to other team members and actively engage in continuous improvement initiatives.
What you’ll bring
A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
An Australian C Class manual drivers’ licence or higher
Ability to work safely and cooperatively in a team, demonstrating flexibility to business requirements
You must currently be residing in WA
Proof of permanent Australian residency with full working rights without the need for sponsorship
Where you’ll be working
Located 110km north-west of Newman, our Gudai-Darri iron ore mine is our most technologically advanced mine. It leverages technology such as autonomous trucks, trains, drills and water carts. Gudai-Darri also has more than 70 design innovations including a reclaimer with a rotable bucket wheel, a fully automated robotic laboratory and in-field access to data and systems for all team members.
Applications for this role will close on 31/07/2026, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier. #gts
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
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.
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.
