Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer

5 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia South32 Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Job description:

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

  • The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
  • Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business
  • Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
  • 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers

ABOUT THE ROLE

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

As the
Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer
, you will be responsible for the integrity, safety, and performance of tailings storage facilities across all stages of their lifecycle, from operation to closure.

Working with key South32 stakeholders you will ensure alignment of key dam safety priorities and objectives and influence long-term organisation improvements.

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

  • Leading risk identification, mitigation & reporting for tailings infrastructure.
  • Ensuring compliance with GISTM & internal safety frameworks.
  • Coordinating cross-functional teams on tailings design, construction & maintenance.
  • Overseeing water management & surveillance to uphold operational standards.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

  • Extensive experience in the design, construction, operation, and monitoring of TSF and water dams.
  • Driving tailings safety through technical leadership & independent judgement.
  • Collaborating effectively with internal & external stakeholders.
  • Applying deep knowledge of TSF design, regulation & risk management.
  • Communicating clearly across all levels with strong influencing ability.

Qualifications for this position are:

  • Engineering degree qualification in relevant discipline (Civil, Geotechnical Soil mechanics, Mining).

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 Wednesday 1st October 2025.

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