South32

4.1
  • 50,000 - 100,000 employees

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.

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 who are studying:

  • Mining Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metallurgy, Chemical & Process Engineering
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Geology
  • Surveying
  • Environmental Science
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Computer Science/IT
  • Marketing
  • Communication

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.

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 31st March.

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

Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Study field
Study field (any)
Engineering & Mathematics
  • Civil Engineering & Construction
  • Electrical & Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mining Engineering
Property & Built Environment
    Sciences
    • Chemistry
    • Earth Sciences

    Hiring criteria

    • Experience requirementNo experience required
    • Study fields
      Engineering & Mathematics
    • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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    About the employer

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    South32 AU

    Rating

    4.1

    Number of employees

    50,000 - 100,000 employees

    Industries

    Mining, Oil & Gas

    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.

    Pros and cons of working at South32 AU

    Pros

    • Flexibility to choose your own career path, support to follow that direction. A variety of different roles within a graduate program. The people I work with are the best.

    • Opportunity to work in different areas and enabled to pursue interests aligned to your career goals and personal values.

    • Flexibility, I enjoyed the people I work with.

    • Good environment. Most inclusive mine that I've experienced. Employees seem to have a happy home and healthy relationships.

    • Company values, colleagues, exposure to interesting projects, company direction at an executive level.

    Cons

      • The graduate program continues to grow, towards the beginning of my employment there was little structure, although this is improving.

      • The lack of diversity in age and cultural background.

      • It would be good to talk to more people who have just gone through/going through the grad program.

      • Often work overtime (more like shift work) and don't get paid for it.

      • Travel for work (long hours), salary is low compared with peers.