Specialist Operations - Marine

Why explore

• A challenging position working in our World Class Shipping Division

• An opportunity to develop your career within a global organisation

• Based in Singapore, a global commercial hub for Rio Tinto

About the role

We are looking for a Specialist, Operations (Marine) who will be responsible for operating vessels and providing subject matter expertise for the daily execution of allocated voyages and time-chartered vessels.

The incumbent in this position is accountable for the efficient execution of allocated voyages and maximizing the profitability of every voyage in close cooperation with the vessel masters and commercial teams, with a focus on productivity and critical thinking. This role may require direct communication with ship masters to advise, monitor, and act on on-water and port interface activities to maintain operational integrity.

Reporting to the Supervisor – Capes Operations, you will:

• Interpret charter party contracts across different trade routes.

• Work with existing policy and manage compliance with Rio Tinto standards and expectations.

• Develop and issue voyage instructions and manage voyage formalities.

• Work with the fuel procurement team to develop, manage, and execute bunkering plans and strategies.

• Promptly and efficiently manage and track all day-to-day ‘on-water’ activities.

• Follow up and close out on the Safety survey outcomes with Vessel/Owners.

• Monitor vessel and fleet trends concerning bunker consumption.

• Engage directly with ship masters to manage all voyage risk exposures.

• Engage with ship owners regarding vessel performance and safety.

• Work with port operations advising and assisting in port safety management.

• Engage port and agency nominees to manage all port interactions.

• Effectively manage communications with internal and external stakeholders.

• Manage and negotiate operational disputes with ship owners and receivers.

• Maximize the profitability of every voyage in close cooperation with the commercial team, accountable for P&L on voyages and managing/explaining variances.

• Use relevant performance tools to monitor, manage, and report fleet performance & efficiency.

• Manage transparent and professional supplier relationships.

• Engage actively in building customer knowledge and relationships.

• Conduct post-voyage analysis and review.

About you

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

• A Degree/Diploma in Marine or related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in a bulk ship operator role.

• Sea-going experience with good planning and organizing skills within allotted time frames.

• Strong communication skills.

• Strong numeric and analytical skills.

• Sound negotiation skills.

• IMOS experience.

• Good team player.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.

• A full-time position working directly for Rio Tinto.

• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive program.

• Comprehensive medical benefits including health insurance for employees and immediate family.

• Attractive share ownership plan.

• Company provided insurance cover.

• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions.

• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave).

Where you will be working

The Commercial group is focused on maximizing the value of our products and growing value in the marketplace through partnerships with the company’s customers, suppliers, product groups, and Group functions. Headquartered in Singapore and integrated with Rio Tinto’s assets, hubs, and offices globally, Commercial’s purpose is to provide the commercial insights to drive value along the mine-to-market value chain.

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best-quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal, and uranium: our materials make up the world around us.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. Our people share a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and a fulfilling career.

Application Deadline: 28 February 2025 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings prior to the stated closing date)

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role, you must complete all pre-screening questions.

Rio Tinto does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruiters or employment agencies.

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.

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.

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ 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 and all cultures respected.