Kimberley Mineral Sands

25/08/2026

Our latest community newsletter is out now! 🎉

Catch up on the latest news, partnerships, local spend and employment, and updates from across our operations. Whether you're interested in what's happening at Thunderbird or our involvement with local groups, there's plenty to explore in this edition.

📖 Read the newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/kmsands/aug26-community-newsletter

Feel free to share it with friends, family and anyone interested in the work we're doing across the Kimberley.

20/08/2026

Have you cast your vote for the Business Person of the Year?

For the first time, this year the community will choose who gets crowned Business Person of the Year at the annual Broome Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. Business Excellence Awards on 12 September.

Voting closes on Sunday 23 August, so click on the survey link to vote for your choice.

Voting for The Business Person of the Year 2026 is officially open!

Our 18 nominees for the 2026 Business Person of the Year represent some of the most dedicated, inspiring and hardworking members of our business community. We are proud to recognise each of them for their achievements, leadership and commitment to making Broome a better place.

While only one person can take home the award, every nominee deserves recognition and celebration.

Cast your vote via the survey link below.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VFKPPZQ

Voting closes 23 August 2026 & the winner will be revealed at the Broome Business Excellence Awards on 12 September 2026

29/07/2026

🚛 Join the team at Kimberley Mineral Sands

We're looking for an experienced Superintendent Haulage & Logistics to oversee the movement of Thunderbird's products from mine to port.

Based in Broome on a Monday to Friday roster, this role is responsible for managing the supply chain for Thunderbird's mineral products and building strong relationships with our haulage, port and logistics partners.

We're looking for someone with:
✅ Experience in logistics and supply chain management
✅ Strong contractor management and leadership skills
✅ Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities
✅ A practical approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a growing Kimberley mining operation, we'd love to hear from you.

To find out more or apply, visit https://au.seek.com/job/93500980

27/07/2026

📢 We're hiring: Superintendent Health, Safety, Environment & Training (HSET)

Kimberley Mineral Sands is looking for an experienced HSET leader to join our Thunderbird Mineral Sands Operation.

Working on an 8:6 roster, this role is a back-to-back position with a Superintendent who brings strong environmental expertise. We're seeking someone with a strong safety background and deep WHS knowledge to help drive our safety culture, strengthen compliance, build workforce capability and support continuous improvement across the operation.

📍 Preference for West Kimberley residents
✈️ FIFO from Perth will be considered for the right candidate
🏠 Relocation and living allowances available

If you're an experienced HSE professional looking to make a real impact in a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now via https://au.seek.com/job/93493699

21/07/2026

Thunderbird celebrates two millionth tonne 🚢

Last Wednesday, the MV Belle Rose left the Port of Broome carrying more than 46,000 tonnes of zircon and ilmenite concentrate, bound for our global offtake partners.

The shipment included the two millionth tonne of bulk product exported through Broome since we started shipping in March 2024. It was a milestone shipment in more ways than one, as it was also one of the biggest shipments we've ever loaded, the vessel with the fastest tonnes-per-hour loading rate, and the highest number of rotainers loaded in an hour.

Thank you to everyone at Thunderbird and our logistics partners who made this record-breaking shipment possible!



📷 KMSB - Kimberley Marine Support Base

20/07/2026

Last Wednesday on WA Youth Day, we were proud to welcome eight young people to Thunderbird as part of a drone photography workshop held by Joombarn-buru Aboriginal Corporation with funding support from the Department of Communities.

Before heading to Mt Jowlaenga to capture aerial images and build their drone skills, the group joined us for a smoking ceremony at Yajarra Jalbiyi Thunderbird village followed by a bus tour of the mine. They learnt more about our operations and the range of careers available in the resources industry.

It was great to spend time with these young people, hear about their interests and see their enthusiasm for learning new skills, exploring opportunities for the future and asking our managers all the hard questions!

17/07/2026

Congratulations to all the Derby 2026 NAIDOC community award winners, and especially Annie Milgin, who won the NAIDOC Person of the Year award, which we were pleased to sponsor.

The awards were presented at the 2026 Derby NAIDOC Ball, which celebrated 50 years of 'Honouring Our People, Celebrating our River'.

We'd like to extend a big thank you to all the other sponsors and to Walalakoo Aboriginal Corporation for putting on such an amazing night, celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC in true Derby style 💫

05/07/2026

We're pleased to support the 2026 Derby NAIDOC Ball, hosted by Walalakoo Aboriginal Corporation.

Book your tickets to the ball at: https://DerbyNAIDOCBall2026.eventbrite.com

Don't forget to submit your nominations for the 2026 Derby NAIDOC Community Awards, recognising the outstanding individuals, organisations and young leaders who make a positive difference every day.

Nominate via: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TZZRP95

✨ The Derby NAIDOC Ball 2026 is here! ✨

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating culture, community and connection at the Mary Island Fishing Club on Saturday, 11 July 2026.

Enjoy a spectacular night featuring:
🖤 Welcome to Country
🔥 Smoking Ceremony
🏆 Community Awards
🎶 3rd Wheel Band
🍽️ A delicious sit-down dinner catered by Rodney Rahman (included with your ticket)
🎁 Incredible door prizes

Dress up, gather with family and friends, and celebrate the strength, resilience and achievements of our community.

🎟️ Individual and tables tickets are on sale now,
Book your tickets here: https://DerbyNAIDOCBall2026.eventbrite.com

Don't leave it too late—tickets are limited, and this is one of Derby's biggest celebrations of the year.

We can't wait to celebrate with you mob! ❤️💛🖤
A Huge Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors! Walyarra Derby Aboriginal Health Service KAPCO - Kimberley Agriculture & Pastoral CompanyNational Indigenous Australians Agency KRED Enterprises Winun Ngari Aboriginal Corporation Kimberley Mineral Sands Centacare Kimberley Kimberley Pharmacy Services Derby

01/07/2026

We're looking for an Advisor Community Partnerships to join the team in our Broome office.

This is a vital role working alongside Traditional Owner groups, key stakeholders and local communities.

You’ll support delivery of our Coexistence Agreement and Reconciliation Action Plan, while helping create opportunities through employment, training, local business development and community partnerships.

We’re looking for someone with experience in community engagement or stakeholder relations, strong local knowledge, and a genuine commitment to working with people.

The successful candidate will either already be living in the region, or have strong ties to the area and be willing to relocate.

To find out more or apply online, visit https://au.seek.com/job/92762936

02/06/2026

Our latest community newsletter is now online 👉 https://mailchi.mp/kmsands/may26-communitynewsletter

Inside, you can find out more about:
➡️ Our biggest export to date
➡️ Local spend tops $500 million
➡️ Reconciliation Action Plan
➡️ Employment and recruitment

.