Project Lead

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

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

• 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
• Options for additional 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 Full-Time position on a 4:3 roster, FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa.  

As the Project Lead, you will be responsible for leading and managing capital and/or operational expenditure projects through project life cycle, from concept to handover and close-out at Cannington.

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

• Display strong visible safety leadership and behaviours in alignment with S32 values
• Pro-actively engage and collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers, specialists, and project teams to deliver projects to approved timeframes and budgets
• Prepare project submissions to request funds within planned milestones and agreed deliverables for project approvals
• Ensure compliance with project reporting and governance requirements

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Significant experience in a similar role within the Mining and Resources industry
• Proven ability leading and managing simultaneous capital expenditure projects through project life cycle, from concept to handover and close-out
• Proficient in developing and managing schedules and budgets

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Tertiary or Trade qualification in relevant engineering discipline (Electrical preferred)
• Project management qualification desirable
• Current C Class drivers licence

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 Tuesday 7th May 2024.