Logistics Officer

South32; Cannington Mine; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Superannuation

Share plans

Annual incentive bonus

Job summary

South32 is seeking a Logistics Officer to enable safe and efficient maintenance execution by coordinating workforce logistics and related activities.

The role is a permanent full-time position on an 8:6 roster, FIFO from Brisbane and Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires. You will manage onboarding, cost tracking, and material availability to support reliable maintenance delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating logistics, maintenance support or contractor management.
• Ability to build productive relationships across operational teams.
• Strong prioritisation and accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contractor onboarding, mobilisation and site access.
• Manage labour purchase requisitions, service entries and cost tracking.
• Maintain parts laydown areas and support material availability.
• Maintain compliance records and maintenance reporting data.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Contractor management

Relationship building

Prioritization

Education

C Class Driver's Licence

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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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.\

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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.\

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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.\

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\ABOUT CANNINGTON\\

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Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.\

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Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.\

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\WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS\\

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• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers\
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• 14% superannuation contributions\
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• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans\
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• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business\
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\ABOUT THE ROLE\\

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This role is a \Permanent full-time position on an 8:6 roster\, FIFO from Brisbane and Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.\

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As the \Logistics Officer\, you will be responsible for enabling safe and efficient maintenance execution by coordinating workforce logistics, shutdown support, parts staging and administrative activities that allow maintenance teams to focus on delivery and reliability outcomes.\

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Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:\

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• Coordinate contractor onboarding, mobilisation and site access requirements\
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• Manage labour purchase requisitions, service entries and cost tracking activities\
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• Maintain parts laydown areas and support material availability for maintenance work\
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• Maintain compliance records, controlled documents and maintenance reporting dat\
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\ABOUT YOU\\

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You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:\

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• Coordinating logistics, maintenance support or contractor management activities\
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• Building productive relationships across operational and technical teams\
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• Managing competing priorities whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy\
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• Identifying issues and proactively delivering practical solutions\
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Qualifications for this position are:\

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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite\
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• Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP systems (desirable)\
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• Current C Class Drivers Licence\
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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.\

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\This job advert will close on Tuesday 29th September 2026.\\