FIFO Allowance | Bonus | Shares | 14% Super
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
- The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
- 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 role is a Permanent position on a 7:7 rotating Day/Night roster, FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns direct to the onsite airport, or DIDO from Mount Isa.
As the Processing Operator, you will be responsible for operating various fixed plant equipment including crushing, grinding, floatation, filtration, reagents, paste and main control.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:
- Perform daily tasks like densities, samples, cyclone rebuilds and housekeeping
- Monitor and address issues with the Citect control system
- Achieve and maintain safety and production KPI targets
- Follow instructions from control room, supervisors, and metallurgists, ensuring process stability and quality
ABOUT YOU
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
- Experience in a similar role within a Process Plant
- Commitment to safe working practices and participation in safety improvements
- Operating mobile and fixed plant equipment such as forklift, bobcats, and gantry crane
- Maintaining equipment by conducting routine inspections and tasks
- Effective in a team and drive continuous improvement
Qualifications for this position are:
- Current Driver's Licence
- High Risk Licence: Forklift, gantry crane and/or EWP (desirable)
- Confined Space, Working at Heights and Group Isolations (beneficial)
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 8th October 2025.
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Mining, Resources & Energy More than 10,000 employees
South32 is global mining and metals company, creating value by producing different commodities that are used in many aspects of modern life. Our operations, development options and exploration programs are diversified by commodity and geography.
South32's head office is based in Perth, Western Australia and has operations based across Australia, Southern Africa, North America and South America.
South32 is global mining and metals company, creating value by producing different commodities that are used in many aspects of contemporary life. Our operations, development options and exploration programs are diversified by commodity and geography.
South32's head office is based in Perth, Western Australia and has operations based across Australia, Southern Africa, North America and South America.
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