South32 | Graduate Surveyor 2023

About South32

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.

Illawarra Metallurgical Coal is a long term and leading coking coal supplier which operates two underground metallurgical coal mines, two preparation plants and a logistics chain.

About the Graduate Program

As one of Australia’s top graduate employers, we offer bespoke programs designed specifically for you. Participants will be matched with a Senior Surveyor who will work with you to create goals that are aligned to your interests and strengths to help you kick-start your future career.  

 
Throughout the program, you will be offered unique opportunities to: 

• Learn and excel in your day-to-day work supported by comprehensive frameworks 
• Gain exposure to high-quality operations based on your unique career pathway 
• Support an improvement initiative with genuine business impacts 
• Develop technically in a bespoke two to three-year program 
• Grow personally and professionally in a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive culture 
• Receive dedicated support from graduate buddies and senior leaders 
• Participate in an environment which embraces innovation and collaboration 
• Receive competitive salaries, education, and career development 

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

What you'll be doing

Throughout the program, you will have the opportunity to:

• Produce high quality plans used throughout the mine
• Sit in on interdepartmental meetings to understand the role surveyors play in the wider mining operation
• Undertake mining surveys in and around mining operations
• Get hands on with modern surveying equipment
• Participate in a team that embraces collaboration and an inclusive culture

What you'll bring to the table

You will need to be in your final year of a surveying degree or diploma, set to graduate by December 2021, and have the right to live and work in Australia. You will be willing to complete a medical assessment and be available to commence work in February 2022. 

To be successful in this role, you'll need to meet the following selection criteria:

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills and knowledge
• Demonstrated interest/passion in surveying and problem solving
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong mathematical and spatial awareness
• A current driver’s licence (provisional licence accepted)
• Access to reliable transport

About Underground Coal Surveying

Surveying in an underground coal mine involves the use of a surveying total station to accurately measure angles and distances. These measurements are then used to calculate coordinates as part of a surveying network used to provide guidance and direction for mining. Surveyors also maintain a series of plans used through the mine.

Location

This position will be based at one of our two underground mines, Dendrobium or Appin mine, which are located in the southern coalfields of New South Wales, near the coastal city of Wollongong and approximately 75 kilometres south and southwest of Sydney.

Our culture

At South32, our people are fundamental to our success. We’re focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded.

Our values of Care, Trust, Togetherness and Excellence will guide your decision making and interactions, while supporting you in generating courageous solutions.

We aspire to be an inclusive organisation, where our workforce reflects the broader demographic of the countries and communities where we operate.

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

Please ensure cover letter is included as part of your application.

Applications for this job will close on Monday 31st October 2022.