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South32

4.1
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

South32 Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Mining, Oil & Gas

Our Mission 

South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company.

We’re helping to shape a brighter future around the world by responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon future.

Purpose-driven, dynamic and agile, we empower our people to work safely and collaboratively to make a positive impact every day.

By working with our partners and communities, we build meaningful relationships to create brighter futures, together.

From exploration to development, operation to closure, we work to minimise our impact on the environment and aspire to leave a positive legacy.

Together we’re making a difference. Now, and for future generations.

The South32 Experience

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.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Everyone’s career journey is uniquely their own and there’s no better place to further yours than here. Whether you see us as your ultimate home or a stepping stone, we’ll challenge you and help you to learn and grow.

Opportunities commonly exist for graduates in the below disciplines:

  • Engineering - Mining, Mechanical, Electrical, Process Control, Geotechnical, Surveying.
  • Science - Geology, Environmental Science
  • Technology 

Recruitment Process

  1. Upload your CV - Send in your application by attaching your CV, academic transcript and details of extracurricular activities.
  2. Application Review - Our recruitment team will review each application to determine a shortlist which will be shared with Hiring Managers
  3. Phone Screen & Interview - Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to complete a phone screening. If successful, you will be invited to an interview.
  4. Assessments - If successful post interview, you will be asked to complete a psychometric test along with due diligence requirements (Police Check, Qualifications Check etc). 
  5. Offer Stage - Successful candidates will receive a Letter of Offer
  6. Onboarding - Once the Letter of Offer is signed, you will be sent for onboarding!

Eligibility

  • Final-year students or students that have recently graduated within the last 2 years
  • Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia

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. 

Remuneration & Career Growth

What's Involved 

When you join the South32 Graduate Program, you will:

  • Receive a personalised graduate passport to guide your development pathway over 2 or 3 years, depending on your discipline.
  • Your personalised pathway will include rotations to build your technical and professional skills.
  • Lead an improvement initiative that has genuine business impact.
  • Participate in a 3-day residential experience with graduates from across our global operations.
  • Grow personally and professionally in a dynamic, inclusive and supportive culture.
  • Receive dedicated support from graduate buddies and senior leaders.

What South32 offers

Competitive Salary
Aligned to the local market and reflecting the skills and experience required for each role.

Flexibility 
We aim to support employees in balancing their home and work responsibilities. Flexibility exists around hours of work as well as where work is performed.

Short term incentive bonuses
Paid in addition to base salary for eligible participants, reflecting our company's performance and each employee's contribution.

Family Care/Parental Leave Program
Our market competitive entitlements for parental leave provide employees with support at one of the most impactful times of their lives.

Employee Ownership
Our employee ownership program allows our people to become part owners, with rights to receive South32 Limited Shares.



 

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.1
Overall score based on 28 reviews
They Score Best in…
8.5
Diversity
8.1
Work Hours
8.1
Culture
8.1
Recruitment
What Graduates Say About Them
  • Friendly and helpful staff, supportive environment, good lifestyle roster.
  • I work 12-hour shifts on a sportsman's roster, so I only work half the year. The roster suits my lifestyle and allows me to travel without using leave.
  • Company and its employees are very supportive to develop and grow knowledge and exposure to different aspects of the best in line with their future goals.
  • The company's focus on diversity is really nice and creates a welcoming environment.
  • Safety culture in mining industry, company values, learning and growth opportunities.
  • The flights twice a week.
  • It is a large/ complicated environment and can be quite confronting/ difficult to understand the process on simpler tasks/ jobs. E.g. Ordering PPE et.
  • The culture is okay. Due to the current circumstances on Groote Eylandt, it is a little challenging as people are not happy with the effects from the cyclone and the ongoing effects post the cyclone. This hasn't directly affected me but it is visible out on the floor. Everyone is extremely friendly if you're willing to have a go downstairs and get involved.
  • The office isn’t too bad. Chairs could be upgraded, and the vibe could be increased maybe with some plants.
  • Pay is alright. But cost of living is insane right now.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Multiple Locations in Australia
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
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Business & Management
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Engineering & Mathematics
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IT & Computer Science
M
Medical & Health Sciences
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Sciences

Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories
Jessica Boediman studied a First Major in Mathematics & Statistics (BSc) and the second major in Finance at University of Western Australia and is now a Graduate Data Science at South32.

Jessica Boediman

  • Graduate stories
It's ok to not know exactly what you want to do after uni. That’s what grad programs are for!

Iain Riek


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Iain Riek

Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.
  • Day in the life

Yuriz Mayolie

Yuriz Mayolie studied Bachelors of Engineering, Chemical Engineering and is now a Graduate Technology – Control and Automation at South32.

Videos


2016 Graduate Program

Introducing our graduate program and our individuals who participated here. Our graduates participated in cross-operational projects to gain broader operational experience. We have assigned them graduate sponsors to ultimately ensure their success.

Advice


Erin Armstrong, Data Scientist

My advice for future applicants is nothing they haven’t heard before; be confident but not arrogant, indicate that you have personal interests but are passionate about the company’s values, be keen to learn and be honest if you don’t know something.