Rio Tinto
    (817 reviews)

    Company Profile

    Company overview

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    Industry

    Mining, Minerals & Metals

    Specialities

    Surface Mining, Asset Management & Engineering, Orebody Knowledge, Intergrated Operations, Information Systems Technology, Health, safety and environment, Business Services, Infrastructure

    Company size

    More than 10,000

    Primary location

    Melbourne, VIC
    We’re 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 and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. 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. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

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    Our mission statement

    Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

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    Reviews overview

    3.4817 ratings in total
    5
    246
    4
    218
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    126
    2
    103
    1
    124
    89%
    Rate salary as high or average
    66%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Rio Tinto?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees appreciate Rio Tinto's competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes excellent remuneration, share schemes, health insurance subsidies, and generous personal leave. The strong team spirit and supportive colleagues create a positive working environment, with many noting the family-like atmosphere amongst work teams. Safety awareness is highly regarded throughout the organisation, and employees value the roster arrangements and hybrid work options that support work/life balance. Additionally, there are learning opportunities and the chance to work on varied projects across different locations.

    However, there are some potential challenges, including inconsistent management support with varying levels of communication and coordination across departments. Career development may require patience, as progression can take time and opportunities may not always be evenly distributed. Some employees have experienced workplace culture challenges, including reports of favouritism and inconsistent treatment. The internal systems and processes can be complex with multiple layers of management, and remote site conditions such as heat, dust, and camp facilities can be demanding. Some roles also involve demanding workloads with production pressures and expectations around overtime.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Fixed plant operator
    May 2026
    Brockman WA 67014 to 5 years in the role, former employee
    huge respect for the company i gained lots of experience their and certifications.
    The good thingsWork stability and extensive support program
    The challengescareer development could be hard, have to do the time before someone will look into your capabilities
    5.0
    Talent Acquisition Partner
    Mar 2026
    Perth WA 60005 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    An organisation with strong leadership, clear values and genuine investment in its people.
    The good thingsOpportunity, culture and safety awareness
    The challengesProcesses and systems
    2.0
    ITSM
    Mar 2026
    Brisbane QLD 40002 to 3 years in the role, former employee
    Excellent pay, but be prepared for a stagnant culture and high bureaucratic friction.
    The good thingsExceptionally competitive compensation and benefits package. The financial security is among the best in the industry.
    The challengesHeavy over-reliance on external vendors leads to a hollowed-out internal knowledge base. There is a significant disconnect between executive leadership and "on the ground" operations. Innovation is often stifled by a "we’ve always done it this way" mentality from long-tenured staff, making it difficult to implement industry-standard best practices.
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