Superintendent Processing Services

SOUTH32 Limited; Mackay Regional; Presencial; AUD 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Parental leave 26 weeks

Superannuation 14%

Incentive bonus

Descripción de la vacante

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. is seeking a Superintendent Processing Services to lead the safe, stable and efficient delivery of processing services across ROM operations, water management, tailings and onsite power services.

The role offers a 4:3 roster with FIFO options from Brisbane or Townsville and DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay Shires, and requires strong leadership, governance and operational excellence in mining or mineral processing environments.

Formación

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related technical discipline.
• Experience leading mining or mineral processing operations.
• Knowledge of tailings governance and GISTM requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and contractor management capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Govern contractor performance, service delivery and commercial obligations.
• Ensure TSF operations comply with GISTM, legislation and site standards.
• Support open cut transition plans, including mine-to-mill integration.
• Drive operational excellence, cost control and continuous improvement.

Conocimientos

Operational leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Contractor management

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Tailings governance

Educación

Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related

Descripción del empleo

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Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

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 Superintendent Processing Services, You will be responsible for the safe, stable and efficient delivery of Processing Services, providing leadership and governance across ROM operations, water management, tailings and onsite power services.

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

• Govern contractor performance, service delivery and commercial obligations.
• Ensure TSF operations comply with GISTM, legislation and site standards.
• Support open cut transition plans, including mine-to-mill integration and future infrastructure.
• Drive operational excellence, cost control and continuous improvement across accountable areas.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Operational leadership within mining or mineral processing environments.
• ROM operations, ore management, water systems and/or tailings facilities.
• Tailings governance, GISTM requirements and critical risk management.
• Stakeholder engagement, contractor management and multidisciplinary team leadership.

Qualifications for this position are:

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related technical discipline.

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 3rd November 2026.