Operations Scheduling Engineer

SOUTH32 Limited; Cannington Mine; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave - 26 weeks full-paid or

Share plans

Annual incentive bonus

Additional annual leave (up to 4 weeks

Job summary

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. is seeking an Operations Scheduling Engineer to support the weekly mining schedule and coordinate with Short-Term Scheduling and Operations teams. The role focuses on driving alignment to the mining schedule and reducing idle time.

The position is permanent with an 8:6 roster, offering FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires. Strong collaboration and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground mining operations.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and optimize scheduling processes.
• Proven problem-solving skills in fast-paced operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive weekly schedule execution with daily re-alignment meetings and follow-up actions.
• Act as the daily problem-solver to minimize idle time and resolve issues efficiently.
• Scope work to support weekly and monthly schedule delivery.
• Identify and suggest improvements for underground mining operations.

Skills

Underground mining ops

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Problem-solving

Education

Trade or Degree

Tools

Deswik Ops

Job description

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

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 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
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business

ABOUT THE ROLE

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

As the Operations Scheduling Engineer, you will be responsible for providing support to the Operations team by driving alignment to the weekly Mining schedule. You’ll work closely with the Short-Term Scheduling and Operational teams to meet operational targets.

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

• Drive execution of weekly schedule through daily re-alignment meeting and follow up actions.
• Daily problem-solver for execution team – the aim is to reduce idle time and fight fires efficiently.
• Scoping to support weekly and monthly schedule delivery.
• Take initiative to identify and suggest improvements for underground mining operations

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Experience in underground mining operations
• Knowledge of stope, development, drill and blast, ventilation, backfill, and/or short-term planning
• Experience in Deswik Ops highly regarded
• Innovate and drive continuous improvement
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Qualifications for this position are:

• Trade or Degree qualified, or industry experience paired with relevant qualification

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 Tuesday 13th October 2026.