Claire Vaguener

Claire Vaguener is a Responsible Dam Engineer - Closure for Rio Tinto in the EMEA region since May 2023, with previous experience as a Tailings Management Consultant from October 2022 to April 2023. Claire served as Geosciences Department Manager at Prony Resources New Caledonia from April 2021 to August 2022, overseeing a US$3-3.5M OPEX budget and ensuring the integrity of dams and tailings storage facilities. Claire worked at Vale from June 2016 to April 2021, holding roles including Geosciences Department Manager and Tailings Dam Superintendent, where responsibilities included technical studies, regulatory compliance, and project management in tailings management. Prior experience includes a Geotechnical and Environmental Engineer position at Golder Associates and internships focused on environmental projects and dam engineering. Claire holds a Graduate Certificate in Tailings Management from The University of Western Australia and a Master's degree in Geological Engineering from Université de Bordeaux.