Location: The Simandou Project, Guinea
Last Date: April 25, 2011
Rio Tinto is a leading international mining group headquartered in the UK. Rio Tinto's business is finding, mining and processing mineral resources. Major products are aluminium, copper, diamonds, energy (coal and uranium), gold, industrial minerals (borax, titanium dioxide, salt, talc) and iron ore. Activities span the world but are strongly represented in Australia and North America with businesses in South America, Asia, Europe and Southern Africa. For more information, please visit www.riotinto.com
The Simandou Project, Guinea is a mega project within Rio Tinto Iron Ore's portfolio. It will involve construction and operation of a high tonnage mine + rail + deep-water port. The project is in Study Phase with continuing drilling and infrastructure development activities occurring at the mine site.
Role
Coordinate delivery of Social and Environmental Impact Assessment(s) and facilitate approval within project schedule.
Specific responsibilities will include:
• Identifying and scoping technical studies and baseline surveys designed to understand and mitigate risk
• Leading a team of consultants and ensuring they deliver quality results on time and on budget
• Liaise with the engineering team to develop and correct project designs
• Development and approval of SEIA(s) and other approvals documentation
• Production of relevant social and environmental management plans including resettlement action plans
• Participation in the development of net positive impact strategies and community development programs
• Ensuring S&E needs integrated into project design(s) and construction activities
• Proven track record in managing large scale SEIAs is required with relevant project management exposure.
• You will be of Graduate calibre.
• Ability to communicate effectively in French and English is highly desirable.
• Previous work experience in Africa, in particular West Africa is highly desirable
• Experience in resettlement and compensation is highly desirable
The incumbent will be expected to have the following competencies:
• Leading & Deciding: Taking control and exercising leadership. Initiating action, giving direction and taking responsibility.
• Supporting & Co-Operating: Supports others and shows respect and positive regard for them in social situations. Puts people first, working effectively with individuals and teams, clients and staff. Behaves consistently with clear personal values which complement those of the organisation.
• Interacting & Presenting: Communicates and networks effectively. Successfully persuades and influences others. Relates to others in a confident and relaxed manner.
• Analysing and Interpreting: Shows evidence of clear analytical thinking. Gets to the heart of complex problems and issues. Applies own expertise effectively. Quickly takes on new technology. Communicates well in writing.
• Creating & Conceptualising: Works well in situations requiring openness to new ideas and experiences. Seeks out learning opportunities. Handles situations and problems with innovation and creativity. Thinks broadly and strategically. Supports and drives organisational change.
• Organising & Executing: Plans ahead and works in a systematic and organised way. Follows directions and procedures. Focuses on customer satisfaction and delivers a quality service or product to the agreed standards.
• Adapting & Coping: Adapts and responds well to change. Manages pressure effectively and copes well with setbacks.
• Enterprising & Performing: Focuses on results and achieving personal work objectives. Works best when work is related closely to results and the impact of personal efforts is obvious. Shows an understanding of business, commerce and finance. Seeks opportunities for self-development and career advancement.
NB: Short listing will begin immediately but the position will remain open until filled
Interested candidates can apply via the link below:
https://riotinto.taleo.net/careersection/4/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=SIM0000H
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