Manager It Program Delivery

Join to apply for the Manager IT Program Delivery role at Rio Tinto Continue with Google Continue with Google

Join to apply for the Manager IT Program Delivery role at Rio Tinto Lead global delivery of complex technology programs (including data & analytics, infrastructure and cybersecurity).Drive secure, scalable, and high-performance outcomes across platformsJoin a collaborative leadership team committed to innovation and growthPermanent full-time role based in Brisbane or Perth, Australia

Lead global delivery of complex technology programs (including data & analytics, infrastructure and cybersecurity).Drive secure, scalable, and high-performance outcomes across platformsJoin a collaborative leadership team committed to innovation and growthPermanent full-time role based in Brisbane or Perth, Australia

About The Role

Rio Tinto have a new opportunity to shape the future of delivery excellence in a dynamic, tech-forward environment.

Our ePMO team are looking for a strategic and hands-on leader to step into a newly created role that goes beyond traditional program management.

This is your opportunity to influence how we deliver value across a diverse portfolio of technology initiatives.

As Manager IT Program Delivery, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of high-impact, secure technology initiatives across Rio Tinto's global operations.

Reporting to the Senior Manager ePMO, you'll be at the forefront of delivering significant, resilient and scalable platforms and technology capabilities that underpin our digital transformation. This role demands strategic foresight, technical fluency and the ability to lead in dynamic, multi-regional environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead global delivery of IT programs across AMEA, APAC, and beyond, ensuring alignment with enterprise security architecture and business priorities.Champion hybrid delivery models, integrating agile, DevSecOps, and traditional methodologies to suit the complexity and risk profile of each initiative.Drive secure-by-design principles, embedding cybersecurity best practices into every stage of the delivery lifecycle.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Digital Products, Data-Reporting-and-Analytics, Technology Platforms, Cyber Security and Enterprise Architecture, to ensure cohesive and secure platform delivery.Manage vendor and integrator relationships, ensuring accountability, performance, and alignment with security and compliance standards.Navigate complexity and ambiguity, acting as a strategic problem-solver and escalation point for delivery risks, security concerns, and integration challenges.Oversee governance and performance, including contract management, budget control, risk mitigation, and delivery metrics.Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement in cybersecurity and platform delivery.

What You'll Bring

IT Program Delivery Expertise – Proven experience delivering secure, enterprise-scale technology platforms, infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives across global environments.

Strategic Leadership – Ability to lead cross-regional teams and programs, aligning delivery with business and security outcomes.

Hybrid Delivery Mastery – Deep understanding of agile, DevSecOps, and traditional delivery frameworks (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2), with practical experience using tools like Azure DevOps and MS Project.

Risk and Compliance Awareness – Strong grasp of global cybersecurity standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST), data privacy regulations and secure delivery practices.

Analytical Thinking – Data-driven decision-making with a focus on delivery performance, risk identification, and continuous improvement.

Vendor & Partner Management – Skilled in managing global system integrators and technology partners, with a focus on secure, outcome-driven collaboration.

Inclusive Leadership – Track record of building diverse, high-performing teams and fostering a culture of trust, growth, and accountability.

What We Offer

We offer a range of flexible working and leave options, so you can balance your work and life commitments and interests. Have a conversation with us about how this could work for you, including requests for part time hours.Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you have helped the world progress.An excellent base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program.Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family.Attractive share ownership plan.Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options.Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions.Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more).Domestic relocation if required.

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) operates to enable better alignment with customer priorities, end-to-end accountability, and flexibility to prioritise critical work. The function provides solutions that are aligned with current and future business requirements through the development and ongoing delivery of IT strategy and solution roadmaps.

Through appropriate governance, consultative processes, and the use of industry best practices, IS&T also ensures that emerging technologies and innovative ideas are constantly evaluated, considered, and adopted, to provide easy-to-use, best-in-class solutions and services.

About Rio Tinto

Rio 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 Matters

At 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.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionProject Management and Information TechnologyIndustriesMining and Oil and GasReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rio Tinto by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for "Information Technology Program Manager" roles.Continue with Google Continue with Google

Continue with Google Continue with Google

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 hours ago

Dutton Park, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia 21 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks ago

South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Project Technology Regional Service ManagerBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 16 hours ago

Digital Project Manager & Business AnalystBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks ago

Industrial & Commercial Project Manager - with Australian ExperienceHerston, Queensland, Australia 1 month ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day ago

Customer Project Manager QLD - Digital Xray & Image Guided TherapyBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 days ago

Project Manager – Electrical and Control SystemsBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 months ago

Project and Order Manager - Team Lead APBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 6 days ago

Assistant Project Manager - Defence Data PlatformsFortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks ago

Manager, Project Finance & Commercial Analysis - 12 month contractBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 6 days ago

Milton, Queensland, Australia 8 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day ago

Project Manager (Continuous Applicant Pool) - FlexibleBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 4 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks ago

Bowen Hills, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 months ago

South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia 2 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia A$110,518 - A$123,537 3 weeks ago

Technical Project Manager - Enterprise TeamBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia A$78.02 - A$87.02 6 days ago

Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia 2 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 days ago

We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

J-18808-Ljbffr