Transformation Manager

SOUTH32 Limited; Queensland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is looking for a senior leader to transform its Cannington operation in Queensland. This permanent position involves driving operational excellence and ensuring a safe high-performance culture. Candidates should have at least 10 years in the mining and metals industry, including 5 years in leadership roles. The opportunity includes flexible work arrangements and various employee benefits like parental leave, education assistance, and a short-term incentive bonus.

Benefits

Parental leave

14% superannuation contributions

Flexible work options

Education assistance up to $8000 per year

Annual short-term incentive bonus

Qualifications

• Proven leadership across complex programme portfolios in heavy industry.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Strong analytical and visualization capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation phase of Cannington to achieve operational excellence.
• Build a culture for high performance and safety.
• Drive operations processes and empower employees.

Skills

Leadership in heavy industry

Stakeholder engagement

Data analytics

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Business

Job description

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

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
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
• Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products
• Flexible work options include working from home, flexible hours & job sharing
• 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
• Education assistance up to $8000 per year

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role presents a career defining challenge to lead the transformation phase of Cannington as we move to safely set new benchmarks in operational excellence, extend the underground mine life and discover ways to further extend the operations life.

You will be a member of the Cannington Leadership Team and part of the South32 Global Improvement network.

Key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Living our Vales and Safety Guarantee
• Building the culture and mindset necessary for a safe high performance
• Building effective stakeholder relationships across site & corporate functions.
• Driving the operations process and discipline necessary to ensure we understand what is possible, what is needed to achieve that, smart prioritisation, calculated risk taking and continual improvement.
• Govern frontline improvement processes and empower employees to contribute ideas aligned with turnaround objectives.

This role is a permanent position on a 4:3, roster, FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Proven leadership across complex programme portfolios in heavy industry.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement & disciplined upward communication.
• Strong analytics & visualisation capability for data‑led decisions.

Qualifications for this position are:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Business, incl. operational analysis & mine planning.
• Exceptional consulting skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively.
• Minimum of 10 years in mining and metals industry, including at least 5 years in leadership roles

Successful candidates must hold current First Aid and CPR certification (or complete training via an RTO before starting, with costs reimbursed on commencement).

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.