Operator Maintenance Scaffolding

6 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia South32 Group Operations Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Company description:

OPERATOR MAINTENANCE SCAFFOLDING

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
  • Education assistance up to $8000 per year
  • 14% Superannuation

ABOUT THE ROLE

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

As the Operator Maintenance Scaffolder, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient erection, modification, and dismantling of scaffolding structures across various operational areas of the mine site.

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

  • Interpret scaffold plans and confirm correct setup and load limits
  • Carry out pre-start checks, risk assessments and safety inspections
  • Tag, document and maintain accurate scaffold records
  • Work safely at heights and in confined spaces while supporting project teams

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

  • 3 years plus experience working in Fixed Plant mining environment
  • Compliance with Australian Safety regulations
  • Teamwork, communication, and willingness to step up

Qualifications for this position are:

  • High Risk Work licence - SB, SI, SA, (Advanced Scaffolding desirable)
  • Accredited Working in Confined Spaces and Working at heights Training

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 14th September 2025.

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