Technical Superintendent

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 and the food and wine heartland of the west. 

Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our 1500 workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer.

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Options for additional superannuation contributions 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent position on a 9-day fortnight working week roster, at our Worsley Alumina Refinery, which is a short drive from Collie (15 minutes), Bunbury (45 minutes) and other nearby scenic communities.

As the Technical Superintendent, you will be responsible for setting the direction for the Alumina refining process to safely achieve budget physicals targets through prioritised project execution and operational support.

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

• Define the process parameters to optimise production, efficiency and product quality
• Set the technical direction to improve current plant performance and stability
• Production physicals budgeting & forecasting
• Performs sign off for monthly process and physicals inventory
• Develops, implements and improves Operating Strategies and guidelines
• Identifies and implements projects / trials for achieving Block Flow Diagram and Key Value Drivers; as well as maximising capacity / efficiencies.
• Monitors process performance, including governance to Operating Strategies and Standards

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• A strong technical understanding of the Alumina refining process.
• Proven capability to operate in a complex environment, leading and facilitating diverse teams.
• Minimum of 5+ years relevant industry experience
• Ability to effectively communicate the technical direction to improve current plant performance and stability with strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to leverage and encourage cross functional working relationships to achieve organisational objectives.
• Ability to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everybody can bring their whole self to work.
• Exceptional safety leadership with an ability to identify and improve process safety in the workplace

Qualifications for this position are: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Control Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemistry or equivalent.

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 1st November 2024