Engineer - Mechanical

Glencore Australia; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Residential allowance

Salary sacrifice options

Health insurance discounts

13% Superannuation

Employee referral program

Development opportunities

Job summary

Glencore Mount Isa Mines in Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Smelter Projects team. You will deliver mechanical projects across one of Australia’s most complex processing operations, working closely with operations, maintenance and project teams to provide practical engineering solutions from concept through commissioning.

You will be part of a hands-on engineering culture, benefiting from a 5/2, 4/3 roster and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in mining, minerals processing, heavy industry, manufacturing or a similar environment.
• Experience across project scoping, design, fabrication, installation and commissioning activities.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• A commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Develop project scopes, engineering solutions and execution plans.
• Coordinate design, procurement, fabrication and installation activities.
• Support commissioning and project handover activities.
• Build strong working relationships with operational and maintenance teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant reliability, safety and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, statutory requirements and site procedures.

Skills

Project management

Field engineering

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

QLD Metallurgical Operations, Surface Engineering, Smelter Projects

Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia

Ref. No. 104723Trade the traffic for open roads, crowded suburbs for wide-open spaces, and weekends lost to commuting for weekends spent camping, fishing, rodeos, rugby, motorsport, four-wheel-driving and making the most of the Australian Outback.

Mechanical Engineer

QLD Metallurgical Operations, Surface Engineering, Smelter Projects

Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia

Ref. No. 104723Trade the traffic for open roads, crowded suburbs for wide-open spaces, and weekends lost to commuting for weekends spent camping, fishing, rodeos, rugby, motorsport, four-wheel-driving and making the most of the Australian Outback.

At Mount Isa Mines, you'll work on large-scale mechanical projects that keep one of Australia's most significant mining and smelting operations moving, while enjoying a lifestyle that gives you more time for the things you love.

Based residentially in Mount Isa on a family-friendly 5/2, 4/3 roster, you'll enjoy long weekends every second week, giving you plenty of time to hook up the caravan, head bush, hit the rodeo grounds, support your local sporting club, or explore some of Queensland's most iconic landscapes.

Whether you're looking for a better quality of life, greater career opportunities, or a place where your family can truly thrive, Mount Isa offers the best of both worlds: big careers and a laid-back country lifestyle.

Why Mount Isa?

Mount Isa isn't just a place to work. It's a place to live.

If you're looking to escape city congestion and build a life where weekends are spent outdoors, you'll feel right at home in North West Queensland.

Enjoy:

• Australia's largest rodeo and a proud country culture
• Exceptional camping, fishing, hunting and four-wheel-driving opportunities
• A passionate sporting community including rugby league, AFL, cricket, golf, soccer and motorsport
• Affordable housing and short commutes
• Great schools, childcare facilities and family amenities
• A relaxed lifestyle with a strong sense of community and mateship
• More time to do what you enjoy with a 5/2, 4/3 roster

Benefits

Glencore offers the successful candidate:

• Competitive remuneration package with 13% Superannuation
• Paid relocation including 12 weeks furnished transit accommodation
• Residential Allowance
• Salary sacrificing options for vehicles, rent and electricity
• Discounts through Glencore Rewards and Health Insurance providers
• Employee Referral and Recognition Programs
• Leadership, technical and professional development opportunities
• Long-term career pathways across Glencore operations worldwide

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineer within the Smelter Projects team, you will play a key role in delivering mechanical projects across one of Australia's most complex processing operations.

This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll work closely with operations, maintenance and project teams to provide practical engineering solutions, improve plant performance and successfully deliver mechanical projects from concept through to commissioning.

You will have the opportunity to tackle technically challenging work while building valuable experience across a large-scale industrial operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical projects safely, on time and within budget
• Develop project scopes, engineering solutions and execution plans
• Coordinate design, procurement, fabrication and installation activities
• Support commissioning and project handover activities
• Build strong working relationships with operational and maintenance teams
• Identify opportunities to improve plant reliability, safety and productivity
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, statutory requirements and site procedures

About You

You are a motivated Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving practical problems, working in the field and seeing the impact of your work firsthand.

You will bring:

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Experience in mining, minerals processing, heavy industry, manufacturing or a similar environment
• Experience across project scoping, design, fabrication, installation and commissioning activities
• Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills
• A commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management systems

Build a Career. Enjoy the Lifestyle.

Imagine finishing work and being on the water fishing, at rugby training, out camping under the stars, or spending the weekend at one of Australia's most famous rodeos.

At Mount Isa Mines, you'll enjoy the challenge of major engineering projects without sacrificing the lifestyle that makes life enjoyable.

If you're ready to swap traffic lights for open skies, city stress for country living, and simply have more time for the things that matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications Close: 20th of November