Senior Hydrogeologist

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 15% 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

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• 14% superannuation contributions 
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business
• Residential option offers low-cost living and generous reimbursable family Holiday Travel Assistance

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent position on a 4:3 Monday to Thursday roster, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns. Residential option to live on Groote Eylandt considered.  

As the Senior Hydrogeologist Water Management & Planning, you will be responsible for providing specialist hydrogeological advice, supporting mine water governance, and delivering technical insights that underpin safe operations and stable production.

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

• Provides technical expertise for mine water management, groundwater and surface water investigations
• Develop and execute water management strategies, forecasts and inventory plans that enable the strategic mine plan
• Reviews mine water designs, modelling and standards to optimise dewatering and operational readiness
• Delivers water balance, hydrological and hydrogeological analysis to support planning, compliance and future development projects

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Delivering hydrogeological assessments, dewatering strategies and water modelling in mining or complex hydrogeological environments
• Analysing groundwater, surface water and dewatering data to drive operational and planning decisions
• Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and communicating technical findings clearly
• Applying structured risk, quality and safety processes to technical work and investigations

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Tertiary qualification in Hydrogeology, Civil Engineering, Water Resources or equivalent
• Current C Class Drivers 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 Thursday 18th December 2025.