FIFO allowance | Bonus | Domestic Relocation
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. Cannington mine provides on-site accommodation including meal services, as well as sporting and gym facilities.
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS
Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers.
Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products
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 a 7:7 day/night roster, FIFO from Townsville, Brisbane, and Cairns, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry, and McKinlay Shires.
As the Communications Technician, you will safely maintain communication infrastructure both underground and on the surface. You are responsible for the safe execution of preventative, corrective, and reactive work to the highest level of safety and quality to ensure equipment availability.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:
Design, repair, and install communication equipment such as network links, DMR, fibre optics, and structure cabling
Program Motorola digital radios and repeaters
Commission and integrate new communication technology introduced to the site
ABOUT YOU
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
Diagnosing and repairing faults using tools such as Spectrum Analyzer and OTDR
Experience with SAP or similar
Embedding safe work practices and taking ownership of team safety
Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal.
Qualifications for this position are:
Certificate III in Electronics and Communications
EWP
High-Risk licence; Forklift, Doggers and/or Riggers (desirable)
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 7th May 2025.
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Mining, Resources & Energy More than 10,000 employees
South32 is a 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 across Australia, Southern Africa, North America, and South America.
South32 is a 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 across Australia, Southern Africa, North America, and South America.
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