Manager External Affairs

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 WORSLEY

Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails, magnificent jarrah forests and the food and wine heartland of the South-West and Peel Regions of Western Australia.

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future and is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer. 

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.

• 14% superannuation contributions

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week) on a nine-day fortnight roster, DIDO. The role can be based at either our Worsley Alumina Refinery or Boddington Bauxite Mine, reporting to the Senior Manager External Affairs – Australia.

Please note that accommodation is not provided on site, you will be required to drive in, drive out to site on a daily basis. Employees ideally live within an hour’s drive of site.

You will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of community, communications and external affairs strategies that enhance Worsley Alumina’s reputation, build trusted relationships and drive positive social value across the South West and Peel Regions.

Key deliverables for the role are, but aren’t limited to:

• Developing and executing engagement strategies that protect reputation, strengthen stakeholder relationships and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Building collaborative partnerships with Traditional Owners, community leaders, industry bodies and government representatives to deliver shared regional outcomes.
• Overseeing social performance, communications and investment programs that reflect South32’s values and contribute to long-term community wellbeing.
• Leading and coaching a high-performing team, fostering inclusion, accountability and continuous improvement in every interaction.

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in external affairs, communications or a related discipline, including experience in leadership roles.
• Strategic stakeholder management, with the ability to navigate complex relationships and influence through integrity and trust.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, translating complex topics into clear, relatable messages for diverse audiences.
• Leadership in dynamic environments, showing sound judgement, empathy and adaptability while delivering consistent outcomes.

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Qualification in Social Performance, Communications, Public Relations or a related field

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 Friday 28 November 2025