South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come. We are trusted by our owners and partners to realise the potential of their resources. We produce commodities including bauxite, alumina, aluminium, metallurgical coal, manganese, nickel, silver, lead, zinc and copper from our operations in Australia, Southern Africa and South America. With a focus on growing our base metals exposure, we also have two development options in North America and several partnerships with junior explorers around the world.

South32 2022 Vacation Program | GEMCO | NT | Mining/ Civil Engineering

We are South32. We are making a difference with the work we do. Join us to begin your future. 

About us

South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come. We are trusted by our owners and partners to realise the potential of their resources. We produce commodities including bauxite, alumina, aluminium, metallurgical coal, manganese, nickel, silver, lead, zinc and copper from our operations in Australia, Southern Africa and South America. With a focus on growing our base metals exposure, we also have two development options in North America and several partnerships with junior explorers around the world.

Location

GEMCO is one of the world's largest manganese mining and concentrating operations located on Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, accounting for over 20% of the worlds' high-grade manganese ore production. GEMCO controls and operates all aspects of mining, processing, logistics and shipping on Groote Eylandt.  Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963. This operation has excellent facilities for its workforce including gyms, beachside workout area, swimming pool, golf course, tennis and squash courts, sports oval and scenic walking track.

About the Vacation Program

Running over a 12-week period, participants will be given a unique opportunity to learn and experience life in the mining industry while being exposed to a world class high-quality mining operation. Our program runs from November 2022 to the February 2023.

The Summer Vacation Program will offer you unique opportunities to:

• Be involved in operations field time including the drill and blast crew.
• Have exposure to our experienced mining engineering team to guide you on your potential future career path choices.
• Undertake a project relevant to your degree that you will own and will deliver meaningfully outcomes to our team.
• Extend your professional network with colleagues from across the globe.
• Our Vacation Program acts a pathway to our Graduate Program.
• Participate in an environment that values future environmental impact and has world class rehabilitation.

About you

We’re targeting students in their penultimate year who are studying:

• Mining Engineering
• Civil Engineering – with interests in the mining industry

You will need to be in your penultimate year, set to graduate by December 2022, of a relevant university degree and have the right to live and work in Australia.

You will be willing to complete a medical assessment including drug and alcohol screening and be available to commence work in February 2023.

You should be able to work on a Fly-In/Fly-Out basis from Darwin or Cairns; South32 encourage and support graduates to relocate to these locations.

Why choose us?

We’re always looking for our future colleagues, leaders and technical experts. 

We have a fantastic team of engineers that love to share their knowledge and skills with the next generation of up-and-coming engineers. Our team is passionate, inclusive, and we pride ourselves with our friendly welcoming workplace.

We attract talented people with exceptional skills who share our values of care, togetherness, trust and excellence and want to make a difference with the work that they do. 

If this sounds like you, please apply via our website.  We look forward to receiving your application and exploring this opportunity with you very soon. Applications close on the 10 April 2022.

For more information about our vacation program, please visit; https://www.south32.net/people-careers/graduates-students. 

South32 embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. 

Please note: This advert closes on the 21st of July 2022