Superintendent Mining Systems & Improvement

South32; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (26 weeks full-paid or

14% superannuation

Share plans

Excellent facilities including gym and

leisure amenities

Job summary

South32 is seeking a Superintendent Mining Systems & Improvement to lead the Mine Monitoring and Control function from a FIFO base, with relocation to Darwin or Cairns. You will optimise safety, production, equipment utilisation and operational performance while partnering with Mining, Planning, Maintenance and Technical Services to deliver the mine plan and budget.

The role requires governance of dispatch, mine control, and continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics to

Qualifications

• Formal tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Analytics or related discipline.
• Lean, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement qualification.
• Equivalent industry experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mine Monitoring and Control function to optimise safety, production and performance.
• Drive data analytics to identify trends, constraints and improvement opportunities.
• Deliver operational improvement projects from identification through benefit verification.
• Maintain standards, procedures and data integrity across the operation.

Skills

Open cut mining operations

Dispatch, mine control, production &OD

Operational performance analysis

Stakeholder engagement & team leader

Education

Bachelor or higher in Mining Engineering or related

Lean, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement qualification

Job description

SUPERINTENDENT MINING SYSTEMS & IMPROVEMENT

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
• 14% superannuation contributions
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Excellent facilities including gym, beachside workout area, swimming pool, golf course, tennis and squash courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a permanent full-time position on a 4:3 (Monday to Thursday) roster FIFO from Darwin or Cairns.

Domestic relocation to Darwin, or Cairns from anywhere in Australia is provided.

As the Superintendent Mining Systems & Improvement you will be responsible for leading the Mine Monitoring and Control function to optimise safety, production, equipment utilisation and operational performance, while partnering across Mining, Planning, Maintenance and Technical Services to support delivery of the mine plan, budget and business objectives.

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

• Lead the Dispatch function to maximise productivity, equipment performance and plan compliance.
• Use data analytics to identify trends, constraints and improvement opportunities.
• Drive operational improvement projects from identification through to benefit verification.
• Maintain standards, procedures, reporting frameworks and operational data integrity.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Open cut mining operations and mine production processes.
• Dispatch, mine control, production improvement or operational excellence functions.
• Operational performance analysis, root cause investigation and corrective action.
• Stakeholder engagement, team leadership and practical problem solving.

Qualifications for this position are:

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Analytics or related discipline.
• Lean, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement qualification.
• Equivalent industry experience may be considered.

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 Wednesday 23rd September 2026.