DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE
At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.
ABOUT GEMCO
Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is an open-cut mine that is accountable for over 20% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS
26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business Education assistance up to $8000 per year Residential option offers low-cost living and generous reimbursable family Holiday Travel Assistance
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a permanent full-time position on a 4:3 (4 days on 3 days off) roster residential on Groote Eylandt or FIFO from Darwin/Cairns.
Domestic relocation to Alyangula, Darwin, or Cairns from anywhere in Australia is provided.
As the Medium-Term Planning Superintendent, you will lead the mid-term mine planning and water management efforts at GEMCO. As part of the Technical Services Lead Team, you will oversee the Medium-term Planning and Water Management teams, driving integration with corporate long-term planning. Your technical expertise will guide and mentor mining engineers and hydrogeologists, while collaborating with operational teams to deliver optimised production strategies, budget forecasts and rolling full year forecasts. You will also ensure the preservation of long-term resource value into the mid-term plan and into an executable production budget in collaboration with the Perth-based long-term planning team.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:
Coach and lead a diverse team of mining engineers and hydrogeologists in all aspects of planning. Delivering the 24-month production plan, rolling monthly 12 month forecasts with supporting mine, water management, and rehabilitation plans. Identifying and mitigating risks to minimise production disruption and ensure the delivery of Safety Through Design. Enable the team to deliver strategic mine plans to high standards, annual operational water management strategy and align the operation’s planning to medium/long term strategy.
ABOUT YOU
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
Proven leadership and ability to coach diverse technical teams. A commitment to safety and continuous improvement, including process improvement. Strong understanding of large open-pit mining operations and their value drivers. Understanding of geology and hydrogeology sciences. Advanced skills in mine planning and optimisation software packages.
Qualifications for this position are:
A Bachelor of Engineering degree (Mining or Civil) or equivalent.
South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
This job advert will close on 13th March 2025.