MineStar Controller

Role overview

Rio Tinto is hiring MineStar Controllers for its Perth-based Operations Centre. This position sits within the central control hub and focuses on managing autonomous mine fleets across the Pilbara so that safety, production, and operational targets are consistently achieved. The work is carried out in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment that requires strong judgement, initiative, and the ability to solve problems both independently and with input from others.

Shift pattern and work setup

• The role is based in Perth, Western Australia, at the Operations Centre.
• The roster follows a 3 days on, 3 nights on, and 6 days off cycle.
• Shifts are 12 hours each.
• The Operations Centre works around the clock, every day of the year, supporting Rio Tinto’s integrated network from Perth.

Key duties

Reporting to the Supervisor Control, you will use advanced systems and technology to support KPI delivery, coordinate with site teams, and oversee autonomous equipment in a safe and efficient manner. The role includes controlling autonomous watercarts and CAT trucks, while working closely with on-site personnel to achieve the best operational outcomes.

Training and workplace environment

Successful candidates will receive an extensive controller training package and will work in Rio Tinto’s Operations Centre, a modern facility that brings together visualisation and collaboration tools to support real-time decision-making across mines, rail, and ports.

What Rio Tinto is looking for

The ideal candidate is self-driven, proactive, and highly aware of their surroundings. You should be comfortable working in a demanding setting, able to think strategically, communicate clearly, and handle multiple priorities at once. A strong focus on safety is essential, along with the ability to contribute to both team and business goals.

Benefits and rewards

Rio Tinto offers a permanent role with direct employment, relocation support to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia, a competitive salary with an annual incentive bonus, and a wide range of employee benefits. These include medical benefits with subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family, a share ownership plan, company insurance cover, salary sacrifice and salary packaging options, career development and education support, wellbeing assistance, family-friendly leave options including 18 weeks of paid parental leave, and employee discounts across hotels, banking, accommodation, cars, retail, and more.

About the company

Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials business operating in 35 countries. The company produces iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials that support the global energy transition and the needs of communities and industries worldwide. With 150 years of mining history, the organisation focuses on innovation, continuous improvement, low-emissions production, and working in partnership to solve problems and create value.

Inclusion and equal opportunity

Rio Tinto welcomes applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. The company aims to maintain an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and people are treated with dignity and respect.

Application information

Applications close on 15 July 2026. The company may close the role earlier than the stated date.

Additional requirements and profile

Applicants should bring mining experience, a current and valid Australian driver’s licence, strong computer and communication skills, and proven experience with autonomous haulage and MineStar systems where possible. Familiarity with AHS, MineStar Fleet Management System, MineStar Command System, infield builder tools, infield pit knowledge, or MineStar Building is highly valued.