Graduate Program 2027 - Mechanical Engineer - Tiwai Point, New Zealand

Ready to drive meaningful change? We’re on the lookout for passionate individuals who are eager to join our team and help us tackle the challenges shaping our future. At Rio Tinto, we believe innovation thrives when diverse minds collaborate toward a common purpose – creating a better tomorrow. Let’s shape the future together.

Finding better ways™ to move our people forward.

Start your career as a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at the NewZealand Aluminium Smelter at Tiwai Point, based close to Invercargill, where large‑scale operations, safety and teamwork come together every day. We’re looking for graduates with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a strong electrical/power systems focus who want hands‑on exposure early and who take safety seriously. In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers, gain insight into how equipment, systems and processes interact, and contribute to improving how th...