Data Engineer - Asset Management & Transformation
Opportunity with Rio Tinto
$105 - $110 per hour + 12% superannuation
Monday to Friday
CBD - Central Park
6-month assignment via Chandler Macleod
Support major asset management and operational improvement initiatives
About the Opportunity
Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company, focused on finding, mining and processing the resources the world needs. Through Chandler Macleod's partnership with Rio Tinto, we are seeking experienced Data Analysts to support several business-critical transformation initiatives across Iron Ore operations.
Working within a team-oriented Improvement & Technology environment, you will help drive better asset management outcomes through data-driven insights and analytics. The role will focus on analysing operational and maintenance data, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting initiatives that improve equipment reliability, reduce waste, and optimise maintenance performance.
This position would suit someone with experience working with asset management, maintenance, reliability, mining, resources, manufacturing, or heavy industry datasets who enjoys turning complex information into actionable business insights.
Reporting to the Principal Asset, Data & Systems and working closely with operational stakeholders, you will:
Analyse asset management and maintenance datasets to identify trends, opportunities, and performance improvements
Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions
Extract, transform, and analyse data using SQL
Work with SAP asset management and maintenance data to support business decision-making
Support initiatives focused on reducing tool time for fixed plant and mobile equipment maintenance activities




Analyse inventory and spare parts data to identify wastage reduction opportunities
Provide insights to improve asset health, equipment reliability, and maintenance effectiveness
Collaborate with operational, maintenance, and asset management stakeholders to understand business requirements
Support the delivery of transformation and continuous improvement projects across Iron Ore operations
Ensure data quality, governance, and reporting standards are maintained
About You
Experience working with asset management, maintenance, reliability, operational, or business performance data
Advanced Power BI reporting and dashboard development skills
Strong SQL querying and data analysis experience
Experience working with SAP data, ideally within asset management or maintenance environments
Knowledge of database structures and data management principles
Ability to communicate insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
Experience within mining, resources, heavy industry, utilities, manufacturing, or similar operational environments
Highly Regarded
Exposure to Databricks environments
Experience with Python, R, or other programming languages
Understanding of maintenance, reliability, and asset management principles
Previous involvement in business transformation or continuous improvement initiatives
Why Join Chandler Macleod?
Chandler Macleod is one of Australia's leading workforce solutions providers. You'll receive competitive pay rates paid weekly, superannuation on all hours worked, access to our Employee Assistance Program, ongoing support from a dedicated Chandler Macleod consultant, streamlined digital onboarding, and opportunities to work on future Rio Tinto assignments.
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