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 is a Permanent position on a 7:7 roster, rotating day / night shift, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns.

As a Mining Supervisor, you will be responsible for providing leadership and supervision to frontline mining crews, ensuring the protected and efficient execution of daily and weekly production plans.



Opportunities may exist across both Ancillary Services and Truck & Shovel Operations, with responsibilities including coordinating mining activities, managing operational risks, and driving safety, production and team performance outcomes..

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

- Execute work safely according to 24-hour and weekly plans.
- Provide leadership through workplace interactions and ensure adherence to procedures.
- Manage people processes, including leave, performance, and disciplinary actions.
- Collaborate with maintenance and support services to drive safety and operational efficiency

ABOUT YOU You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

- Prior experience in a leadership role within mining, as well as operator experience
- Proven ability developing and mentoring employees for enhanced engagement and diversity
- Positive role model and supportive leader, effectively supervising large teams
- Understanding of safety, health, and risk management frameworks, with an improvement mindset

Qualifications for this position are:
- Mining Supervisor competency G1, G8, G9 (or willing to obtain)
- G2 Risk Management (or willing to obtain)
- Current manual driver’s license
- High-Risk License: Vehicle Loading Crane (desirable)

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 October 2026

📌 Mining Supervisor (Ancillary) (Australia)
🏢 South32 Group Operations
📍 Australia