Fixed Plant Operator - Fixed Plant Operator/OJT/Safety Representative Rio Tinto Employee Review

5.0
Sep 9, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

8 years with RioTinto and more to come, I have had opportunities that I have not had with other mining companies, My career has flourished, I am now an On The Job Trainer and Safety Representative for my shift as well as my current role of Fixed Plant Operator. Really enjoy my role and I have been able move my family to a bigger house with some land just on the outskirts of Busselton, this is Fantastic

Cons

Being away from my family,

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5.0
Feb 18, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Benefits are fantastic, employee share program, inexpensive insurance options with generous HSA contributions ($3000 per year), ample opportunities for career growth for those willing to relocate (internationally sometimes)

Cons

Mining is cyclic, layoffs are always a looming threat, depending on role 50-60 hr work week is common

3.0
May 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Local environment is very friendly and laid back. Everyone is helpful. The benefit package is nice as well. We do get the option to purchase company shares, 100% company match up to 6% for 401k plus additional deposits.

Cons

Our company was recently purchased by Rio Tinto and their IT groups are very secular and specialized which makes it hard to communicate and get things resolved. I’ve also compared my salary to others with the same job title within manufacturing companies in my state and found my salary is way below the benchmark.

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