AUTHORITY TO WORK COORDINATOR

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
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Options for additional superannuation contributions
• Excellent facilities including gym, beachside workout area, swimming pool, golf course, tennis and squash courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks

ABOUT THE ROLE

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

As the Authority to Work Coordinator, you will be responsible for driving improvements in operational processes and managing high-risk tasks to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance across the concentrator.

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

• Driving continuous improvement in operational processing and systems.
• Planning & executing isolation and permit-to-work strategies.
• Investigating operational issues, identifying solutions, and driving change.
• Managing stakeholder engagement and ensuring operational alignment.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Significant experience in a processing plant
• Prior experience in a supervisory role
• Strong background in isolation & permit-to-work systems.
• Proven track record of managing safety & productivity improvements
• Excellent communication skills and experience in stakeholder management

Qualifications for this position are:

• Mining/Site Supervisor competency G1, G8, G9 (or willing to obtain)
• G2 Risk Management (highly desirable)
• Current manual drivers’ 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 Sunday 5th January 2025.