2020 Logistics and Commercial Graduate Program

Glencore Coal Assets have a number of opportunities opening to graduating or recently graduated university students to join our Graduate Logistics / Commercial Officer Program. You will be an important part of a global company that wants you to succeed, not just for the benefit of the organization but also so you can achieve your own career goals.

As a Graduate Logistics /Commercial Officer you will be based in our Newcastle, NSW office supporting some of the most well-established mining districts in Australia, which have pioneered several mining innovations whilst producing some of the current local and global mining and resource leaders. Our industry-leading and experienced professionals will challenge you each step of the way – to think differently, ask questions and come up with creative solutions. You will have access to unrivalled opportunities and unlimited potential to grow your career. This is your opportunity to test your skills and creativity in real situations, working with some of the best in your field. If you are keen to grow with us to build an exciting career, we want to hear from you.

About the role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will be provided with a stimulating and challenging work environment with exposure to developing your skills across a broad range of disciplines including commercial, finance, logistics and legal.

The primary purpose of your role is to support and contribute to a team that is involved in the operational and commercial aspects of moving coal from mines to customers. This small but high performing team administers all of Glencore Coal Australia's commercial relationships with the Port, Track and Haulage service providers for our Australian Operations. You will assist in administering coal chain contracts, ensuring compliance, from performance through to payment verification. You will be involved in the planning and implementation of both short and long term strategies to optimise coal flow and secure coal chain capacity.

Renowned for being a team player with a 'can-do' attitude, your skills include a high attention to detail. You are a self-starter with excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills and an ability to learn quickly. Working with the logistics operations and commercial teams you will need to prioritise tasks, work autonomously at times, while maintaining positive relationships with relevant stakeholders, including Glencore mine sites and various coal chain organisations.

Why choose Glencore?

With operations across the globe, there is a world of opportunities waiting for you at Glencore. Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.

As part of Glencore's Graduate Program, you will:

• Receive structured, professional development with a real focus on-the-job experience;
• Have scheduled networking and social events with other graduates and members of the senior management teams;
• Be mentored by experienced professionals in your field and receive practical support from business leaders;
• Attend a structured and award-winning Graduate Professional Development Program designed to accelerate your leadership potential; and ultimately
• Be assisted to achieving your chosen career trajectory, with many of our graduates going on to become leaders in our business.

Benefits

You will be entitled to a range of benefits aimed at attracting and retaining our most valuable asset, our people. We offer competitive remuneration and while it is easy to focus on remuneration, other benefits include training and development and ambassadorship opportunities

Location

Residential Hunter Valley, NSW. From wine tasting in Australia's oldest wine region to bushwalking in World Heritage wilderness, the Hunter is an appealing region for many. Residents have easy access to acclaimed restaurants, beautiful beaches, festivals, heritage and ancient rainforest in the Hunter Valley, Upper Hunter and Barrington Tops. With Newcastle and Sydney an easy drive away, you can enjoy the best of both world's having access to all of what our vibrant city and regional lifestyles can offer.

The ideal candidate will have:

• You have (or near completion of) tertiary (degree level) qualifications in Commerce, Law, Business or Logistics (or a related field).
• A high level of MS Office capability is required, as well as an understanding of Contract Law concepts.
• Exposure to mining, manufacturing or other businesses with a large logistics solution will be looked upon favourably.
• You have sound numerical, written and verbal communication skills and logical problem-solving capacity and the ability to multi-task.

For further information contact Ben Farrar (02) 4925 6214