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South32

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

South32 Graduate Program - Geology

Cannington - QLD

Opportunity Expired

We are South32, a global mining company, and we are looking for students to join our 2020 Graduate Program.

Opportunity details

Opportunity Type
Graduate Job

Application dates

Applications Open
30 Aug 2019
Applications Close
20 Sep 2019

Minimum requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification
Bachelor
Accepting International Applications
No
Qualifications Accepted
S
Earth Sciences

We are South32. We are making a difference with the work we do. Join us to begin your future. 

South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. We produce bauxite, alumina, aluminium, energy and metallurgical coal, manganese, nickel, silver, lead and zinc at our operations in Australia, Southern Africa and South America.

We are also the owner of a high-grade zinc, lead and silver development option in North America and have several partnerships with junior explorers with a focus on base metals.

Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come.

We are trusted by our owners and partners to realise the potential of their resources.

Location

Cannington is one of the world's largest and lowest-cost producers of silver and lead.  Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.

Cannington mine provides resort style onsite accommodation with laundry and meal services, as well as sporting and gym facilities and is Fly-in/Fly-out from Townsville or Brisbane.

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 member of our team 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 challenged and 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
  • Lead 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

About you

We’re targeting students in their final year for roles based at our operation in Cannington, QLD who are studying:

  • Geology

You will need to be in your final year, set to graduate by December 2019, of a relevant university degree 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 2020. You should be able to work on a Fly-In/Fly-Out basis from Townsville or Brisbane. 

Why choose us?

We’re always looking for our future colleagues, leaders and technical experts.

We attract talented people with exceptional skills who share our values of care, togetherness, trust and excellence and want to make a difference with the work that they do.

If this sounds like you, please apply via our website.  We look forward to receiving your application and exploring this opportunity with you very soon. Applications close on the 20th September

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

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