Logistics Officer Processing

South32; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Superannuation

Annual incentive

Job summary

South32 is seeking a Logistics Officer Processing to coordinate the Processing Department's administrative and logistical activities, supporting efficient operations and governance at our Cannington site in Queensland.

In this permanent role, you will manage recruitment, onboarding, contractor mobilisation and training compliance, plus budgets, forecasts and cost reporting; you will also handle change management documentation and compliance action registers, while organising travel and reporting

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and 1SAP; SharePoint experience preferred.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail across competing administrative priorities.
• Clear communication and collaboration with contractors, leaders and support teams.
• Application of workplace safety, health and environmental principles and procedures.
• Class C driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, contractor mobilisation and training compliance.
• Compile budgets, forecasts and cost reports; track expenditure and purchase orders.
• Administer management of change, document approvals and compliance action registers.
• Organise departmental travel, meetings and reporting packs; improve administrative workflows.

Skills

Microsoft Office

1SAP

SharePoint

Education

Class C driver's licence

Job description

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 CANNINGTON

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.

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.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• 14% superannuation contributions
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business

ABOUT THE ROLE

This permanent role offers a 4:3 roster, with FIFO options from Brisbane or Townsville and DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay Shires.

As the Logistics Officer Processing, you will be responsible for coordinating the Processing Department's administrative and logistical activities to support efficient operations and effective governance.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, contractor mobilisation and training compliance.
• Compile budgets, forecasts and cost reports; track expenditure and purchase orders.
• Administer management of change, document approvals and compliance action registers.
• Organise departmental travel, meetings and reporting packs; improve administrative workflows.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and 1SAP; SharePoint experience preferred.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail across competing administrative priorities.
• Clear communication and collaboration with contractors, leaders and support teams.
• Application of workplace safety, health and environmental principles and procedures.

Qualifications for this position are:

• Class C driver's licence

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 4th November, 2026.