An electrification manager is responsible for identifying which of Rio Tinto’s global operations should have battery electric equipment and determines how to transition those operations from diesel equipment to battery electric. They are responsible for delivering research and development projects that help improve battery electric mining equipment in the mining environment.
As an environmental engineer, working in heavy industry and mining, I work with different sites to make sure they consider the impact they will have when operations finish. I help them to find better ways to operate to decrease their footprint. I work with all the teams on site to consider how the decisions they…
A data scientist is someone who uses data to solve problems and help people make better decisions. They collect information from different sources, clean it up, and look for patterns or trends. Using tools like statistics, computer programming, machine learning and AI, they turn raw data into useful insights. Data scientists often work with teams…
They lead a team of Agile practitioners, including Scrum Masters and Release Train Engineers, who advocate for Agile values and principles. They promote the adoption of Agile frameworks, tools, and standards within the organization. They provide coaching and mentorship to leaders, teams, and individuals to enhance their Agile maturity. This includes leading initiatives to foster…
An underground mining engineer designs and manages underground mining operations, ensuring efficient mineral extraction. They can oversee the construction and maintenance of mine infrastructure, including ventilation and safety systems where ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards is crucial. They provide technical support and optimise mining processes using specialised software. Effective communication with stakeholders…
Business analysts improve company performance by identifying issues with current business activities and/or systems and driving solutions to these problems. They collect relevant data and use tools to determine the impact and criticality of the problem. This allows their team to judge whether they should address the problem and when. They then work with stakeholders…
Traffic and transport engineering is at the intersection between engineering and human behaviour and influences how people use transport infrastructure. Traffic and transport engineers are involved in the planning, design, delivery, maintenance and operation of the transport system. This includes public transport, roads and bridges, and walking and cycling infrastructure to support the movement of…
As a graduate civil engineer at the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR), I actively contribute to the Project Planning and Corridor Management teams through:
I enjoy finding new ways to improve business processes, employee and customer experiences. Working at the intersection of product development, management, and innovation, my day-to-day work involves investigating new technologies and finding creative solutions to help the company work more efficiently. This includes conducting research, building prototypes, and testing different solutions to find the best…
A Science and Education Manager works closely with high school and university students to implement geospatial technologies into curriculum and research. In Jennah’s role at Esri Australia, she also collaborates with scientific research institutes, government bodies and NGOs to advance their geospatial skills. She advocates the importance of ‘location’ in identifying research patterns and works…
Data science broadly involves extracting information from large datasets and using that information to solve problems across various domains. As a data scientist in the Earth Observation field, this can involve identifying trends, changes, and anomalies in satellite imagery, GPS data, or other spatial datasets. To do this, analysts gather, clean, manage, and analyse spatial…
Our engineering group works on control systems, scada, internet of things, data analytics, simulation/ digital twin, cyber security of operational technology, safety systems and much more. Frequently coding and design in engineering and technical disciplines converges, incorporates AI, automation, new technology. Our work might involve engineers (electrical, chemical, robotics, software, mechatronics, renewable energy…), technology specialists,…
Civil engineers usually work on projects, building different types of structures, like roads, buildings, tunnels, bridges and other infrastructure. We often work in teams delivering different parts of the project through its lifecycle. Some teams play an important role in determining if the project is needed, how it will benefit the community and how much…
A project manager, or PM, coordinates the elements of a project, aiming for timely completion within budget and with high standards. They’re the central figure connecting project goals with the collective efforts of their team and help navigate obstacles to guide projects to their goals. Project Manager Responsibilities include (but certainly not limited to): –…
My role as Land Access Lead involves managing and mentoring a team of Land Access professionals within the Coal Seam Gas industry to obtain and maintain access to privately owned land. My team is responsible for liaising with farmers, businesses, corporations and individuals to enter into long term contractual arrangements to allow Origin access to…
Consultants provide expertise to help organisations solve complex problems that they cannot solve themselves. They work closely with clients to help them understand the problem, analyse current processes, and identify potential solutions to help the Business. Consultants introduce a fresh perspective and fill-in knowledge gaps in the organisation. Consultant work is often project-based and therefore,…
Sustainability Coordinators work with different stakeholders within the team, including environmental, financial, engineering, and community engagement to enhance sustainability of the company or project. They ensure sustainability objectives and targets are set and implemented throughout the construction project. This is achieved through data collection and monitoring of energy, water, and material usage and waste production,…
Station Officers within the fire service manage Fire and Emergency Incidents. We respond to a wide range of emergencies including structure fires, road traffic crashes, hazardous materials incidents and technical rescues. Fire personnel work closely with other emergency services like Rural Fire Brigade, SES, Police and Ambulance to keep the community safe in times of…
The Project Managers brief is to deliver the new thing being built, whether it’s a bridge or a website, on time, on budget and to the specifications agreed. An IT Project Manager may be responsible for delivering a new app, online shopping website, or installation/deinstallation of IT Hardware. The role is essentially ensuring project team…
As a commercial graduate in the economics team within Origin’s integrated gas business unit, I assist in evaluating various business projects from an economic perspective. Projects are often assessed through economic modelling, primarily using Excel. The economic models take into account the benefits and costs associated with a project and determine whether the project will be economically beneficial for the…