Superintendent Port Load & Haul

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 GEMCO

Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is an open-cut mine that 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.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Options for additional superannuation contributions 
• Residential option offers low-cost living and generous reimbursable family Holiday Travel Assistance

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent position on a 4:3 roster, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns, or residential option on Groote Eylandt.  

As the Superintendent Port Load & Haul, you will be responsible for leading safe, efficient & optimised port load and haul operations, while driving continuous improvement across processes, people and systems.

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

• Coach and develop front line leaders to foster an inclusive & empowered culture
• Provide technical direction & governance to operational safety & risk management
• Support execution of logistics plans & identify bottlenecks in the supply chain
• Drive business improvements through process optimisation & capital project delivery

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Significant prior experience leading teams in port logistics & operations environments
• Planning & scheduling for bulk material movement, shipping & logistics execution
• Building relationships & engaging with key internal & external stakeholders
• Identifying risks, delivering operational improvements & managing contracts
• Applying advanced analytical skills with knowledge of production/logistics systems

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, Logistics or equivalent experience
• Certification as Port Facility Security Officer (or ability to obtain)
• Current C Class 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 Wednesday 2nd April 2025.