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 Hermosa
Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals - manganese and zinc - as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come.
ACERCA de Hermosa
Hermosa, ubicado a aproximadamente 75 millas al sur este de Tucson, Arizona, es el único proyecto de minería avanzada en los Estados Unidos hasta la fecha que puede producir dos minerales designados como críticos por el gobierno federal: manganeso y zinc, así como también plata y plomo. El proyecto tiene el potencial de ayudar a impulsar el futuro energético limpio del país, reforzar la cadena de suministro nacional de minerales esenciales, hacer crecer la economía local y mejorar la calidad de vida en el condado de Santa Cruz y en las comunidades aledañas para las generaciones venideras.
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS
- Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
- When you choose to contribute more into your retirement savings, South32 will match it up to a certain percentage.
- South32 provides you with 4 weeks paid time off.
- 12 weeks full-paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks full-paid parental leave for secondary carers
ABOUT THE ROLE
South32 seeks to hire a mechanical or mining engineering intern to support Operational Readiness for the Hermosa Project. The intern will work within the Operational Readiness team, supporting the readiness of mining equipment, maintenance systems, and master data ahead of commissioning and operations. The role provides hands-on exposure to Mine Maintenance Management Systems, master data creation, commissioning and construction audits, safety interactions, and the auditing of mining equipment assembly and maintenance procedures. This role is based at the Hermosa Project Site near Patagonia, Arizona.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:
- Develop working knowledge of Mine Maintenance Management Systems, including equipment hierarchies, work orders, maintenance plans, and maintenance strategies.
- Support master data setup and quality assurance for equipment records, functional locations, bills of materials, and spare parts.
- Participate in construction, commissioning, and maintenance audits; document findings, track actions, and recommend improvements to ensure compliance with OEM and site standards.
- Provide field support for equipment assembly, construction, commissioning, and maintenance activities while conducting safety observations and promoting hazard awareness.
- Review engineering and vendor documentation, shadow Maintenance Execution teams to understand mining maintenance practices, and communicate progress and internship outcomes to the Operational Readiness team.
ABOUT YOU
- Actively enrolled in second year or higher in Undergraduate or Graduate degree program of a Mechanical Engineer or Mining Engineering Program.
- No prior experience required; previous internship, mining, mechanical, maintenance management, or ERP system exposure is an advantage.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
- Strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, AI tools, and data analysis techniques, with a willingness to learn mine maintenance, operational readiness, and cross-functional teamwork.
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.
South32 está comprometido a cimentar y mantener una plantilla de trabajadores diversa e inclusiva que refleje las comunidades en las cuales trabajamos. Proporcionamos una proceso de contratación que es justo, equitativo y accesible para todos y alentamos la aplicación de candidatos de todas las procedencias.
