Principal Investigator
Rio Tinto
Principal Advisor – APAC West, Business Conduct Office – Perth
Be part of a capable, supportive investigations team in a global mining organisation
Opportunity to advance your career within Corporate Investigations
Permanent full-time role, based in Perth (or other Australian capital cities/Singapore considered)
About the role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
We are looking for a Principal Advisor, APAC West to support the Manager, Investigations, APAC West and work collaboratively within the Business Conduct Office (BCO). This is a hands-on investigations role that combines strategic thinking, technical investigations expertise, and mentoring within a supportive and flexible work environment.
The successful candidate will be recognised as a specialist in investigations, with the ability to act as an advisor to the Manager, Investigations, APAC West. You will autonomously investigate and resolve moderate to complex allegations of misconduct, proactively monitor trends, and contribute to organisational learning through Corrective and Preventative Action processes. You will also mentor and coach junior investigators and ensure compliance with BCO processes and procedures.
This role requires strong experience in fraud, theft, and white-collar crime investigations, with a focus on business integrity and forensic evidence analysis. The ability to work autonomously, drive case closure, and mentor others is critical. While Perth is preferred, we are open to candidates based in any Australian capital city or Singapore.
Reporting to the Manager, Investigations, APAC West, you will:
Conduct trauma-informed and people-centric investigations into allegations of moderate to complex misconduct across the APAC West region
Work closely with internal stakeholders to implement the investigative process and support the welfare of participants
Collect and assess evidence in all its forms, ensuring objective, robust analysis
Prepare comprehensive, defensible investigation reports for internal and external review
Contribute to post-investigative discussions to identify systemic issues and support Corrective and Preventative Action planning
Monitor and provide advice regarding high-quality data collection and compliance with BCO procedures
Assist with supervising complex investigations and providing project support to the Manager, Investigations, APAC West
Mentor, coach and develop less experienced investigators within the team
Champion a culture of integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement
What you will bring
To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
Degree level qualification (or equivalent professional investigation accreditation)
Background in law, forensic accounting, finance, auditing, or human resources
Extensive experience in workplace behavioural misconduct and integrity investigations
Strong interviewing, report writing, and forensic evidence analysis skills
Knowledge of internal control frameworks and corporate compliance principles
Ability to evaluate large volumes of data accurately and efficiently
Project management skills and a focus on delivering outcomes
Excellent interpersonal skills, including mentoring and team development capabilities
Strong time management and attention to compliance and procedural detail
Eligibility to work and reside in Australia
What we offer
Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking, and your hard work:
A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
Flexible working arrangements
A competitive salary package with annual cash incentive awards
Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
Attractive Rio Tinto employee share program
Company-provided insurance cover
Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options
Career development and education assistance to support your ambitions
Access to top-tier family-friendly health and wellbeing support programs
Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
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.
