- Opportunity working at Rio Tinto in Perth, WA
- 6-month assignment via Chandler Macleod
- Safety-first culture with supportive teams
Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing the materials essential to modern life. Their operations are built on safety, innovation, inclusion and creating value for communities, customers and shareholders.
Through Rio Tinto's partnership with Chandler Macleod, we are seeking an experienced Specialist Cost Analyst for the CLADHO Project (Pilbara Projects Team).
This opportunity offers the chance to work within a leading global organisation, contributing to key operational and business outcomes within a supportive team focused on safety, collaboration and delivering operational excellence
Reporting to the Superintendent Project Controls, you’ll use your skills and experience to support business priorities, collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to the success of the operation.
In this role, you will:
- Manage project forecasts, budgets and cost performance
- Develop and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts
- Support change management processes and cost impact assessments
- Prepare monthly cost reports and variance analysis
- Liaise with Project Managers, Package Leads, Quantity Surveyors and Finance team members to enable accurate reporting and decision-making
- Strong background in cost analysis (major capital projects preferred)
- Experience supporting mining, resources, infrastructure or construction projects
- Advanced capability in forecasting, budgeting, EAC development, and cost reporting
- Strong technical skills in Microsoft Excel
- Experience using Contruent (Prism) or similar software will be highly regarded
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Dedication to everyone’s safety
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and other testing
Chandler Macleod is one of Australia’s most experienced workforce partners. You’ll receive a competitive hourly pay range paid weekly, superannuation on all hours worked, access to our Employee Assistance Program, a dedicated Chandler-Rio Tinto support team, simple digital onboarding, and access to future Rio Tinto assignments.
Apply Now!
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join Chandler Macleod and work with Rio Tinto at one of Australia’s leading mining operations. We’re recruiting now and encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Diversity & Inclusion
Everyone is welcome at Chandler Macleod. We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives and inclusive teams. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, females, neurodiverse people, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Together, we’re creating workplaces where people feel they belong, can be themselves and have the opportunity to thrive.
