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Superintendent Electrical Maintenance

South32 · via McKinlay, QLD, Australia · posted 2026-09-29

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Date: 31 Aug 2026

via McKinlay, QLD, AU, 4823

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

  • 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. Cannington mine provides on-site accommodation including meal services, as well as sporting and gym facilities.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

  • A bility to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.
  • The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans.
  • Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products
  • Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a permanent position on a 4:3, 4:3, 8:6 roster, FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.

As the Superintendent Electrical Maintenance , you will be responsible for leading the Electrical Maintenance function to deliver safe, reliable and cost-effective electrical, instrumentation and control system performance while ensuring statutory compliance and supporting sustainable operational outcomes.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to

  • Provide leadership for electrical safety, risk management and compliance
  • Develop and optimise maintenance strategies across critical assets
  • Manage contractor performance, service agreements and maintenance budgets
  • Support projects, shutdowns and asset improvement initiatives

ABOUT YOU

  • You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
  • Leading maintenance and reliability teams in heavy industry environments
  • Building inclusive, accountable and high-performing team cultures
  • Managing electrical compliance, risk assessments and incident investigations
  • Using asset performance data to improve reliability, availability and cost outcomes

Qualifications for this position are

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Associate Diploma or recognised Electrical Trade Qualification
  • Queensland Electrical Work Licence (or equivalent)
  • Current Queensland 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 14th September 2026

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