People commitment

Working to increase employment diversity.

Our approach

As a major employer, we recognise the importance of equal employment opportunity, the benefits of a diverse and motivated workforce, fair and valued treatment of employees and contractors, and the value in attracting, retaining and developing a skilled workforce.

We recruit based on skills and experience and are committed to employment diversity and a workplace where the rights of employees are upheld and where their dignity is affirmed, free of intimidation, discrimination or coercion of any kind. Our recruitment strategy supports local employment wherever possible.  We have identified four key aspects of recruiting and retaining high potential people:

• great workplace relationships

• benefits for work and lifestyle

• career development

• focus on health and safety.

Employees are guided by the Rio Tinto statement of business practices, The way we work.  It ensures everyone reflects in their daily work the high standards and values of Rio Tinto, including accountability, fairness, integrity and openness.

Read more about our diverse workforce, strategies for attracting and retaining employees, our approach to professional development and employee engagement by selecting from the right navigation menu.