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South32

4.2
  • #7 in Mining, oil and gas
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

South32 Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Mining, Oil & Gas

Our Mission 

South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company.

We’re helping to shape a brighter future around the world by responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon future.

Purpose-driven, dynamic and agile, we empower our people to work safely and collaboratively to make a positive impact every day.

By working with our partners and communities, we build meaningful relationships to create brighter futures, together.

From exploration to development, operation to closure, we work to minimise our impact on the environment and aspire to leave a positive legacy.

Together we’re making a difference. Now, and for future generations.

The South32 Experience

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.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Everyone’s career journey is uniquely their own and there’s no better place to further yours than here. Whether you see us as your ultimate home or a stepping stone, we’ll challenge you and help you to learn and grow.

Opportunities commonly exist for graduates in the below disciplines:

  • Engineering - Mining, Mechanical, Electrical, Process Control, Geotechnical, Surveying.
  • Science - Geology, Environmental Science
  • Technology 

Recruitment Process

  1. Upload your CV - Send in your application by attaching your CV, academic transcript and details of extracurricular activities.
  2. Application Review - Our recruitment team will review each application to determine a shortlist which will be shared with Hiring Managers
  3. Phone Screen & Interview - Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to complete a phone screening. If successful, you will be invited to an interview.
  4. Assessments - If successful post interview, you will be asked to complete a psychometric test along with due diligence requirements (Police Check, Qualifications Check etc). 
  5. Offer Stage - Successful candidates will receive a Letter of Offer
  6. Onboarding - Once the Letter of Offer is signed, you will be sent for onboarding!

Eligibility

  • Final-year students or students that have recently graduated within the last 2 years
  • Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia

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. 

Remuneration & Career Growth

What's Involved 

When you join the South32 Graduate Program, you will:

  • Receive a personalised graduate passport to guide your development pathway over 2 or 3 years, depending on your discipline.
  • Your personalised pathway will include rotations to build your technical and professional skills.
  • Lead an improvement initiative that has genuine business impact.
  • Participate in a 3-day residential experience with graduates from across our global operations.
  • Grow personally and professionally in a dynamic, inclusive and supportive culture.
  • Receive dedicated support from graduate buddies and senior leaders.

What South32 offers

Competitive Salary
Aligned to the local market and reflecting the skills and experience required for each role.

Flexibility 
We aim to support employees in balancing their home and work responsibilities. Flexibility exists around hours of work as well as where work is performed.

Short term incentive bonuses
Paid in addition to base salary for eligible participants, reflecting our company's performance and each employee's contribution.

Family Care/Parental Leave Program
Our market competitive entitlements for parental leave provide employees with support at one of the most impactful times of their lives.

Employee Ownership
Our employee ownership program allows our people to become part owners, with rights to receive South32 Limited Shares.



 

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.2
Overall score based on 17 reviews
They Score Best in…
8.2
Career Prospects
8.6
Diversity
8.3
Satisfaction
8.3
Sustainability
8.2
Career Prospects
8.6
Diversity
8.3
Satisfaction
8.3
Sustainability
What Graduates Say About Them
  • Great graduate program from a process engineer perspective. Very well structured with objectives and development plans clearly laid out. Learning a lot very quickly and surrounded by a supportive team in the shift engineering crew where I feel comfortable asking questions and interacting with colleagues.
  • Respectful and professional environment with load of support available at every level.
  • You are given a lot of responsibility very early on in the grad program, which forces you to learn quickly and gives you a feeling of ownership over what you're doing. You definitely don’t feel like you are doing "useless" projects as a graduate.
  • South32 is a diverse workplace. Safety is their number one priority as described in break through #1 (Everyone goes home safe). They also offer flexible working hours.
  • The flexibility of the work schedule is great along with how friendly everyone is. People are open and honest and it’s easy to ask for help when needed.
  • Some work can be monotonous and sometimes it's hard to see what value you are adding to the job.
  • Work/Life balance can sometimes be sacrificed due to production needs.
  • The only thing I would say (not South32’s fault) is that the work clothing is not suited to female bodies which makes things difficult and uncomfortable. This seems to be a manufacturer fault.
  • I don't think there is a "worst thing" as such; however, a challenging aspect of the new position is the lifestyle adjustment that is required for any FIFO worker.
  • Living away from home (interstate).

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Multiple Locations in Australia
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
B
Business & Management
E
Engineering & Mathematics
I
IT & Computer Science
M
Medical & Health Sciences
S
Sciences
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job

GEMCO, NT | FIFO from Cairns or Darwin
2025 South32 Graduate Program
Applications Close
30 Apr 2024
Start Date
2 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025
Salary
AUD 79,000 / Year

Graduate Job

Cannington Mine, McKinlay
2025 South32 Graduate Program
Applications Close
30 Apr 2024
Start Date
2 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025
Salary
AUD 100,000 / Year


Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories
Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.

Iain Riek

  • Graduate stories
Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.

Iain Riek

  • Graduate stories
Jessica Boediman studied a First Major in Mathematics & Statistics (BSc) and the second major in Finance at University of Western Australia and is now a Graduate Data Science at South32.

Jessica Boediman

  • Graduate stories
Jessica Boediman studied a First Major in Mathematics & Statistics (BSc) and the second major in Finance at University of Western Australia and is now a Graduate Data Science at South32.

Jessica Boediman

  • Graduate stories
Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.

Iain Riek

  • Graduate stories
Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.

Iain Riek

  • Graduate stories
Jessica Boediman studied a First Major in Mathematics & Statistics (BSc) and the second major in Finance at University of Western Australia and is now a Graduate Data Science at South32.

Jessica Boediman

  • Graduate stories
Jessica Boediman studied a First Major in Mathematics & Statistics (BSc) and the second major in Finance at University of Western Australia and is now a Graduate Data Science at South32.

Jessica Boediman


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Iain Riek

Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.
  • Day in the life

Iain Riek

Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.
  • Day in the life

Yuriz Mayolie

Yuriz Mayolie studied Bachelors of Engineering, Chemical Engineering and is now a Graduate Technology – Control and Automation at South32.
  • Day in the life

Yuriz Mayolie

Yuriz Mayolie studied Bachelors of Engineering, Chemical Engineering and is now a Graduate Technology – Control and Automation at South32.
  • Day in the life

Iain Riek

Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.
  • Day in the life

Iain Riek

Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.
  • Day in the life

Yuriz Mayolie

Yuriz Mayolie studied Bachelors of Engineering, Chemical Engineering and is now a Graduate Technology – Control and Automation at South32.
  • Day in the life

Yuriz Mayolie

Yuriz Mayolie studied Bachelors of Engineering, Chemical Engineering and is now a Graduate Technology – Control and Automation at South32.

Videos


2016 Graduate Program

Introducing our graduate program and our individuals who participated here. Our graduates participated in cross-operational projects to gain broader operational experience. We have assigned them graduate sponsors to ultimately ensure their success.

2016 Graduate Program

Introducing our graduate program and our individuals who participated here. Our graduates participated in cross-operational projects to gain broader operational experience. We have assigned them graduate sponsors to ultimately ensure their success.

Advice


Erin Armstrong, Data Scientist

My advice for future applicants is nothing they haven’t heard before; be confident but not arrogant, indicate that you have personal interests but are passionate about the company’s values, be keen to learn and be honest if you don’t know something.

Erin Armstrong, Data Scientist

My advice for future applicants is nothing they haven’t heard before; be confident but not arrogant, indicate that you have personal interests but are passionate about the company’s values, be keen to learn and be honest if you don’t know something.