South32 Vacation Program - GEMCO (NT)

South32 Vacation Program 2024 

We are South32. Join us to begin your future!

GEMCO is located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is a South32 Company, and the operation is accountable for over 20% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963. 

GEMCO have exciting opportunities for students in their penultimate year, studying any of the following disciplines:    

• Geology 
• Mechanical Engineering 
• Mining Engineering 
• Structural Engineering 
• Surveying  

FIFO: Embarkation Points include – Cairns & Darwin 

Vacation Program 

Our reason is simple – we’re looking for our future leaders and technical experts. 

With operations located across Australia, our Vacation program runs over a 12-week period and is a pathway to our Graduate Program. Our Vacation Program provides practical and hands-on experience to develop new skills and gain technical, professional and hands-on experience required to build your career and reach your potential. 

The vacation program provides you with a unique opportunity to learn and excel in your chosen career. When you join the South32 Vacation Program you will: 

• Gain practical and meaningful experience at your preferred operation 
• Undertake a project relevant to your degree that you will own and deliver 
• Extend your professional network with colleagues from across the globe 
• Grow personally and professionally in a dynamic, inclusive and supportive culture 

To be eligible, you will: 

• Be in your penultimate year of study 
• Have the right to live and work in Australia 
• Be available for the full duration of the 12 week program, commencing November 2023 

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

Applications close: 31st May