Work Execution Officer Electrical

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 CANNINGTON 

Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest 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.

Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.

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 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a permanent full-time position on an 8:6 roster, FIFO from Townsville or Brisbane or DIDO from Mount Isa/Cloncurry/McKinlay to Cannington.

As the Work Execution Officer in Electrical, you will be responsible for supporting Electrical Supervisors and Planners with breakdown rescheduling, assisting schedulers with regular work scheduling, managing materials, and performing SAP administration tasks.

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

• Organising and sourcing materials to ensure work readiness
• Managing SAP administrative duties for the execution team
• Supporting the scheduling team with updates and adjustments
• Coordinating logistics and freight, ensuring timely material delivery
• Tool store inventory management

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Experience in trade, working alongside trade and/or warehousing environment within heavy industry
• Knowledge of electrical maintenance and parts
• Exposure to SAP, good computer skills and ability to manage administrative tasks
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Technical trade or relevant industry experience
• Warehouse or logistics management qualifications.
• Tafe certificate qualifications in Logistics/Warehousing/Project Management or aligned in some manner with preferred trade stream.
• Forklift HRWL 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 26th March 2025.