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Gosia Treverrow

from Petrophysicist to Principal Advisor R&D Digital
I lead tech projects, that use satellites and Earth science
Industry
Mining and Resources
Company
Rio Tinto
Job Level
Senior

Ask me about

  • Moving overseas for my first job
  • What mining has to do with space and science data
  • The coolest technology or tool I've used in my job
  • My advice for science lovers who aren't sure what to study

About me

  • International Experience

In high school, I was a full-time science geek, head in my books and obsessed with glaciers. I wanted to be a glaciologist, but the only university offering it was too far, so I chose geology. I fell in love with rocks and the science behind them. After university, I became a petrophysicist (looked at rocks properties in boreholes) and moved to the UK with two suitcases and only a few coins. I worked across four countries and three continents before switching gears to geotechnical engineering, then to research on cliff collapses using satellite data. I even dabbled in forestry tech (yes, trees!). Eventually, I returned to Australia. Now, I lead research and development projects at Rio Tinto, exploring Earth from space and underground.

About my role

  • Creative
  • Curious
  • Daring
  • Idealistic
  • Innovative
  • Intuitive
  • Logical
  • Meticulous
  • Observant
  • Passionate
  • Perfectionist
  • Personable
  • Resourceful
  • Understanding
  • Witty

As a Principal Delivery Lead in the Copper R&D team, I guide projects that explore the Earth using satellites, drones, and advanced science technologies. My work helps teams understand what's underground - like hidden spaces or useful minerals - and how to map mines more effectively. I collaborate with other scientists and external labs to test emerging technologies, and I contribute to a geology forum that brings Earth Science to life. I also support innovation by connecting technical ideas with practical delivery, helping teams turn smart thinking into real-world solutions. My role spans mining, exploration, and environmental understanding, with a focus on making complex science useful and accessible.

Education

  • MSc Eng in mining and geology (specialised in prospecting geophysics)
  • MSc in soil mechanics and engineering seismology
  • MPhil in engineering geology (remote sensing analysis)

Subjects

  • General Mathematics (Maths A)
  • Geography
  • Mathematical Methods (Maths B)
  • Physics
  • Science
  • Specialist Mathematics (Maths C)

Hobbies

  • Beach adventures
  • Camping
  • Gaming
  • Gym
  • Hiking
  • Reading
  • Travel

Pets

  • 2 Dog

15 year old me!!

“Don't be afraid to try something new; big decisions don't have to be permanent. You can always change direction and find a better fit.”

My career journey

Curious to know how I got here? Here’s a snapshot of my career pathway.
  1. Dreamed of glaciers, chose geology
  2. Moved overseas with two suitcases
  3. Tried geotechnical engineering, switched to satellites
  4. Researched cliff collapses using space data
  5. Returned to Australia, leading R&D projects

My typical day

My employer

Rio Tinto operates in 35 countries where its 60,000 employees are working to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Rio’s portfolio includes iron ore, copper, aluminium and a range of other minerals and materials needed for people, communities and nations to grow and prosper, and for the world to cut carbon emissions to net zero. Continuously searching for new projects that can support the energy transition, Rio Tinto is currently exploring for 8 commodities in 17 countries. The organisation has more than 150 years of mining and processing experience guiding its work and, today, the business relies on technology such as automation and artificial intelligence to help it run more safely, more efficiently and leave a lighter footprint.