Project Controller - APAC-2

Job Description - Project Controller (Closure APAC)

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Join our global leading business offering outstanding personal development
• Permanent, full-time role located in Brisbane, Australia.
  

About the role

We are looking for a Project Controller to perform project control services for Rio Tinto closure projects in the Australia Pacific Region (APAC). This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading mining company at the forefront of mining technology, where you will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills, and career.

You will work seamlessly with the Closure APAC team members and report into the APAC Project Controls Lead. You will also liaise with closure staff working for supporting functions such as Finance and Procurement. Workload and scope will be determined by the APAC Project Controls Lead. You will coordinate with District Managers, Asset Managers, and Study Leads to verify and report on cost and schedule performance for each assigned asset/project. You will work with the APAC Project Controls Lead to compile all reporting necessary for stakeholder and project meetings, reviews, and routine project control meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the APAC Project Controls Lead.
• Implementation of the global project services mission, vision, and goals.
• Perform project control responsibilities monthly as directed by the APAC Project Controls Lead. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Usage of assigned Project Controls Tool
  • Budget Tracking and Monthly Reporting
  • Forecasting
  • Annual Plan Review (APR)
  • Accruals
  • Vendor Management and invoicing support/verification
  • Planning coordination with Asset Managers and supporting functions such as Procurement, HSE, CSP, & Finance.
  • Service Entry Sheet (SES) support
  • Purchase Requisition (PR) creation and Purchase Order (PO) tracking.
• Collaborate with Asset Managers to establish routine progress review meetings.
• Under the direction of the APAC Project Controls Lead, oversee contracted project controls assigned to specific projects.
• As directed by the APAC Project Controls Lead, ensure that all required tools, processes, and procedures are being used/implemented on all assigned projects.
• As directed by the Project Services Manager, support with the following:
  • Global process improvements and implementation
  • Recruitment of new project controllers and schedulers
  • Lead regional trainings and presentations

Qualifications:

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• A University degree in engineering, construction management, accounting, or a related field is desirable.
• 2 or more years of experience in project controls
• Experience with managing project control deliverables for a portfolio of projects
• Understanding of project management and controls concepts
• Knowledge or experience in progress management
• Experience with earned value management, forecasting, and accruals
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge or experience in change management
• Proficient in SAP, Excel, and Power BI