Electrician

Glencore International AG; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health insurance discounts

Glencore Rewards

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Mount Isa Mines is seeking a qualified Electrician to join the Maintenance Electrical Department in Mount Isa, Queensland. The role involves preventive maintenance, inspections and installations across copper and zinc processing areas, supporting grinding/flotation circuits and associated infrastructure.

The successful candidate will bring trade qualifications, an Australian manual licence, and strong communication skills, with potential for shift coverage development and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Australian Manual Driver’s Licence is required.
• Trade qualified Electrician with Queensland Electrical Fitter or Electrical Mechanic Licence is essential.
• Instrumentation qualification is highly preferred.
• Candidate should demonstrate professional work standards and strong communication skills.
• Experience with HV/LV motors, variable speed drives, soft starters and conveyors is valued.

Responsibilities

• Electrical and Instrument inspections.
• Preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Installations of electrical components across Copper and Zinc processing areas.
• Development to allow for potential breakdown shift coverage.

Skills

Australian Manual Driver’s Licence

Trade qualified Electrician

Instrumentation Qualification

Strong communication skills

HV and LV motors

Variable speed drives

Soft starters and conveyors

Allen Bradley PLC

Industrial instrumentation knowledge

Education

Trade qualified Electrician

Queensland Electrical Fitter Licence or Electrical Mechanic Licence

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Electrician
QLD Metallurgical Operations, QLD Metallurgical Maintenance, Electrical
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 103285

Mount Isa Mines currently are seeking suitably qualified applicants for multiple opportunities at our Processing Zinc Maintenance Electrical Department. This opportunity provides an array of varied opportunities in a complex surface processing mining environment and new, diverse experiences for a qualified tradesperson, along with benefits of residential living and ability to be home each night.

The required working roster for this position is dayshift Monday to Friday with varied options 48, 52 or 56 hour weeks with 4 day or 5 day options, or 7 days, 7 off, 7 nights, 7 off with the ability to work overtime as required. Potential for filling in for shift electricians to cover absences with development for permanent shift roles if positions become available.

Mount Isa

For 100 years, Mount Isa has been a thriving city, acting as the hub for regional business, transport, services and government in North West Queensland. The city offers an array of leisure activities, from dining and cinema to outdoor adventures like fishing and camping. With Mount Isa Mines, you get the best of both worlds - a thriving career and a fulfilling lifestyle.

Mount Isa Mines

Mount Isa Mines is one of the world's largest mining complexes. We operate two mining and processing streams, copper and zinc-lead-silver, to deliver natural resources of enduring value in modern society.

At Mount Isa Mines, we believe in our people. We cultivate an environment of professionalism, ownership, and innovation while prioritizing safety and well-being. Our employee rewards program, market-leading superannuation, and commitment to professional development set us apart. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au

The Role

This position will see you become an integral part of the maintenance team responsible for the Grinding & Flotation circuits, Fill Plants, Concentrate Filters, tailing thickeners site process water and associated electrical infrastructure supporting these processes

The chosen individual will have the following responsibilities:

• Electrical and Instrument inspections
• Preventative maintenance and repairs
• Installations of electrical components across Copper and Zinc processing areas
• Development to allow for potential breakdown shift coverage

You will have the following skillset and attributes:

• Australian Manual Driver’s Licence
• Trade qualified Electrician with an equivalent Queensland Electrical Fitter or Electrical Mechanic Licence
• Instrumentation Qualification highly preferred
• The ability to model behavior effectively and maintain a conscientious work ethic
• Demonstrated high level of communication and interpersonal skills along with a professional work standard
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge with the following will be highly regarded:
  • HV and LV motors
  • variable speed drives
  • soft starters and conveyor systems
  • Ramsay Weighers, SMC positioners, ultrasonic level transmitters, differential pressure transmitters and magnetic flows
  • Allen Bradley Control Logic PLC

Benefits Glencore offer the successful candidate for this position:

• $10K Sign On Bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive Remuneration packaged with 12% superannuation;
• Paid relocation inclusive of 12 weeks furnished transit accommodation;
• Benefits program including discounts with Health Insurance providers, online and in-store discounts through
• Glencore Rewards, salary sacrificing vehicles, Employee Referral Program and Recognition and Reward programs;
• Fantastic professional development opportunities with Professional External Education Assistance, leadership development programs, ambassador Programs and more; and unrivalled career opportunities.

Applications Close: 8am Tuesday 24 February 2026