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Iron Ore
The primary raw material used to make steel, which is strong, long-lasting and cost-efficient
Lithium
The lightest of all metals, it is a key element needed for low-carbon technologies
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Tough but malleable, corrosion-resistant and recyclable, and an excellent conductor of heat and transmitter of electricity
Bringing to market materials critical to urbanisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy
Oyu Tolgoi
One of the most modern, safe and sustainable operations in the world
Rincon Project
A long-life, low-cost and low-carbon lithium source
Simandou Project
The world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit
Providing materials the world needs in a responsible way
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We’re targeting net zero emissions by 2050
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Our START™ initiative tracks traceability and responsible production of Rio Tinto materials.
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This International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate every woman across our business – from Australia to Madagascar, and beyond.
Here are the stories some of them tell:
Mining was never on my radar and it was quite an adjustment – I went from wearing corporate attire and high heels every day to personal protective equipment like steel cap boots and safety glasses. I also had to adapt to an environment that attaches so much importance on safety. I had to do away with many unsafe habits! The industry requires you to adapt, be resilient and think outside the box. It’s been a very fulfilling three and a half years – and I’m so glad I joined the industry."
Our team’s role is to manage environmental monitoring and protection. We make sure that the company is complying with all relevant environmental requirements. I am passionate about environmental protection and sustainability, and so I did my master’s thesis on mine land reclamation. Then when I graduated, I joined Oyu Tolgoi.
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I really like my job. And I am very proud that the company is taking climate change seriously and working towards reducing our carbon emissions. If your passion and vision aligns with the company’s vision, then I say go for it!"
When I first joined BSL there weren’t a lot of ladies here. So I started an informal lunch group so we could get together with all the other lady tradies here on site – we call it an ‘aunty lunch’. It gives us an opportunity to confide in each other if we have any issues, or just to have a good old laugh.
I have a colourful life history which can either knock you down or lift you up, but it gives you a lot to contribute to someone who is in a difficult situation – and it comes straight from the heart. One of the proudest moments in my career was being nominated for BSL’s general manager’s award for the work I do with our Peer Support programme, which is about mental health and being there for your mate when they need you most.
I became a fitter and turner because I was looking for security. I wanted a future. And in my family there wasn’t a lot going on at the time. I couldn’t see how I could support my children in the future – and I wanted to show them a different way of life.
Over twenty years later and I’m still a fitter and turner. What I love most about my job is the people I work with. We genuinely care about what we do – and about doing it well."
I joined mining by accident – I’m originally from Ireland and mining isn’t a really big industry there. I moved to Australia almost 20 years ago and needed a job, and the first job I got was in mining.
I’ve stayed in the industry because it’s wonderful, and while we are not perfect and we make mistakes, Rio is a brilliant company. We’re producing the materials the world needs – it’s really great to be part of that.
My job is all about performance – how do we optimise the performance of our assets for all stakeholders, and how do we do it in a safe and sustainable way.
To anyone considering a career in mining: Just do it. Don’t question it for a second. Just do it.”
As the fixed plant manager, I manage the processing plant at a large iron ore operation and lead a team who operate and maintain the plant. I’ve had a fantastic career working in mining and I invite any woman considering going into the industry to reach out to your broader network to see if there is anyone who might be able to share their experience.
And be yourself – you might think as a female working in the mining industry that you might have to behave in a certain way, act like one of the boys. But that’s just not the case.
You’ll find that you’re respected for who you are.
We need to continue to encourage inclusive behaviours to create a more inclusive environment around us.”
If you have any questions you’d like to ask these women, they’ll be taking over our Instagram account throughout March.
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