Power Engineer
Rio Tinto
Power Engineer
Permanent | Launceston Tasmania | Career growth | Relocation support
• Join a global leader that values safety, diversity and inclusion • Play a key role in a world-class mining operation • Live and work in the vibrant community of Launceston, Tasmania
About the Role
Are you a passionate and technically skilled electrical engineer ready to power the future of aluminium production? Pacific Aluminium is seeking a Power Engineer to join our Bell Bay team. In this role, you’ll lead critical power supply projects, provide expert technical advice, and drive continuous improvement in high-voltage systems across our site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver site power supply projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
Act as the subject matter expert for all high-voltage systems, including protection systems and operations.
Maintain and apply fault and arc flash calculations.
Ensure compliance with electrical standards, regulations, and safety systems.
Collaborate across teams to support site-wide goals and initiatives.
Participate in safety systems and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
What You'll Bring
Degree or diploma in Electrical or Power Engineering.
Industrial experience including DC rectification (desirable).
Experience in Power System Modelling
Strong analytical and fault-finding skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
A proactive, hands-on approach with a passion for learning and improvement.
Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
Exposure to Lean principles (advantageous).
About Us
At Rio Tinto (Aluminium) we’re proud of our heritage and excited about our future. Our Bell Bay Aluminium operation was the first aluminium smelter in the southern hemisphere and continues to be a leader in innovation and sustainability. At Rio Tinto, we’re committed to maximizing the value of our assets through strategic asset management, lifecycle planning, and data-driven decision-making. Join a team that values safety, collaboration, and excellence.
What We Offer
Monday to Friday role, 9-day fortnight based at our Bell Bay operation, Tasmania
Competitive salary with relocation available
Career development and training opportunities with a Global Mining organisation.
A supportive and inclusive team culture.
The opportunity to contribute to the safety and efficiency of a world-class operation.
Every voice matters
We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, mature workers, people with disability and the LGBTI+ community.
Ready to help shape progress? Apply now and join a company that’s been pioneering for nearly 150 years.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply now and help us shape the future of asset reliability at Rio Tinto.
About Rio TintoRio 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 and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.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. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ 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, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
