James Aitken

James Aitken possesses extensive experience in planning and systems within the mining and energy sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Planner Process & Systems at Rio Tinto since June 2017, James has held various roles over the years including Short Term Planner at Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd, and Senior SAP Plant Maintenance Consultant at CS Energy. Previous positions also include Senior Advisor Business Systems and Maintenance Planner at Rio Tinto, where responsibilities revolved around asset strategies and contractor management. With foundational experience as an Asset Management Planner and Supply Coordinator at Zinifex, as well as various operational roles at BHP Billiton, James Aitken has developed a broad skill set that enhances operational efficiency and project management in complex industrial environments.