Senior Mechanical Engineer

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia South32 Group Operations Pty Ltd Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Company description:

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

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 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
  • 14% superannuation contributions
  • Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
  • The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a Permanent position on a 4:3 Monday to Thursday roster, FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.

As the Mechanical Senior Engineer & Governance, you will be responsible for leading mechanical engineering governance across Cannington, providing technical expertise for mechanical and mobile plant systems, and maintaining engineering standards across the operation.

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

  • Leading and mentoring the mechanical engineering team across the operation
  • Providing technical governance for mechanical and mobile equipment design, modification, and maintenance
  • Ensuring effective control of mechanical change requests and technical drawings
  • Ensuring all mechanical design and installation complies with Cannington and Australian standards

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

  • Applying mechanical design and calculation principles across complex operating assets
  • Delivering technical advice and risk assessments within an operational environment
  • Managing engineering governance systems, standards, and procedures
  • Collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external contractors

Qualifications for this position are:

  • Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • CPEng, RPEQ or eligibility to apply
  • Mining Supervisor (G1, G8, G9) qualification, or ability to obtain prior to commencement
  • Class C Driver's Licence

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 Sunday 2nd November 2025.

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