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South32 is a great place to learn, develop and thrive due to our size, diverse global portfolio and the communities in which we operate.

We’re agile, dynamic and driven by our purpose - which creates opportunities for our people. We understand the value of giving you the opportunity to develop and learn every day - so we actively help our people to discover new roles or broaden their expertise.

Explore the options available to you, embrace opportunities and own your career journey. We’ll support you every step of the way.

THE ROLES WE OFFER

South32 provides diverse opportunities across Australia, Asia, Europe, Southern Africa, South America and North America - with our operations including mines, refineries and smelters, producing a total of nine different commodities, as well as exploration and development projects.

We offer careers across 16 different locations including operational, technical and functional roles. Whether you prefer a Residential or Fly-in Fly-out arrangement, or a functional office-based role you can discover a brighter future at South32 and leave your legacy.

 


Operations

Roles in operations include Operational Leaders, Operators and Specialist Trades

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Technical

Technical roles include Engineers and technical experts in Mining, Civil, Tailings, Geotechnical, Reliability, Process/ Chemical, Mechanical, Surveying, Planning, Environment, Electrical and Projects

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Functions

Functional roles include Human Resources, Marketing, Supply, Legal, Technology, External Affairs, Health and Safety, Sustainability and Finance

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Career entry programs

Career entry programs

We offer career entry programs across a range of disciplines and locations, including our graduate programs in Australia, Mozambique, Singapore and South Africa.

With a focus on your development and continuous learning, we will give you opportunities to progress your career and become our future colleagues, leaders, and technical experts.

Applications for our 2026 Australian Graduate program are now open - closing 30 April 2025.

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WHY SOUTH32?

Find out more about what makes South32 a great place to work and our recruitment process.

Developing our people

South32 is a great place to learn, develop and thrive due to our size, diverse global portfolio and the communities in which we operate.

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Reward and benefits

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How we work

Learn more about the culture and values which drive us.

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Recruitment process

Learn more about the process of applying for a job with South32, our selection process and how to set up job alerts for roles with South32.

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Related information

What we do

As a global mining and metals company, we create value by producing commodities used in modern life.

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Our locations

We produce commodities from our operations across Australia, Southern Africa and South America.

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Our commodities

Our commodities are used in many aspects of modern life and we are actively reshaping our portfolio to increase our exposure to the commodities critical to a low-carbon future.

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