Rio Tinto

Asset Manager, Closure & Remediation

Rio Tinto$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience
  • 4 years in environmental, legal, and regulatory aspects of the mining industry
  • 4 years in project management including budgeting and contractor oversight
  • 4 years using asset management software (e.g., SAP, GIS)
  • 4 years in legacy site risk assessment and environmental monitoring
  • 3 years working with U.S. federal/state environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, NEPA)

Responsibilities

  • Create and implement strategies for site closure and remediation projects
  • Develop and manage asset strategies, budgets, and schedules
  • Liaise with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
  • Oversee environmental assessments and risk evaluations
  • Ensure compliance with environmental laws and corporate standards
  • Monitor contractor performance for safety and quality standards
  • Prepare and present reports and updates to leadership and stakeholders

Benefits

  • Telecommuting permitted up to 2 days per week
  • Full-time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
  • Opportunities for international travel up to 10%
  • Domestic travel up to 50%
Full Job Description

Asset Manager, Closure & Remediation (Rio Tinto Services Inc., South Jordan, UT):

Creating and implementing strategies for site closure, or remediation projects. Develop and manage site-specific asset strategies, budgets, and schedules in alignment with Rio Tinto’s closure standards and regulatory requirements. Serve as the primary liaison with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, ensuring transparent and proactive communication. Oversee environmental assessments, risk evaluations, and remediation design in collaboration with internal teams and external consultants. Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental laws, permits, and corporate standards. Coordinate with legal, technical, and community relations teams to manage stakeholder expectations and reputational risk. Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards. Prepare and present reports, updates, and recommendations to senior leadership and external stakeholders.


Telecommuting permitted up to 2 days per week.

Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:


Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field, and 4 years of related work experience. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, the employer will accept an additional 2 years of related work experience.


Must have 4 years of experience in each of the following:

  • Environmental, legal and regulatory aspects of the mining or natural resources industry; 

  • Project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight; 

  • Asset management software and tools: SAP or GIS;

  • Legacy site risk assessment and environmental long-term monitoring programs; and 

  • Experience in the mining industry.

Must have 3 years of experience in:

  • Conducting work in accordance with U.S. federal and state environmental regulations including CERCLA, RCRA, or NEPA.

International travel required up to 10%, domestic travel required up to 50%.

To Apply: Interested applicants must apply through and search for requisition number R58065. Should you have any difficulty in applying for this position through our website, please contact [email protected] for assistance in the application process.

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About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto Group is a British-Australian multinational mining and metals corporation. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in London, England. Rio Tinto operates in over 35 countries and is one of the largest mining companies in the world. The company produces a wide range of commodities, including aluminum, copper, diamonds, gold, iron ore, and uranium. Rio Tinto is committed to sustainable mining practices and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and the Australian Securities Exchange.
Learn more about Rio Tinto
Size
49,000 employees
Market Cap
$116.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$9.7 billion
5 Year Trend
+13.5%
Revenue
$44.6 billion
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