Engineer - Mining - GFM

Glencore; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Isa Mines in Mount Isa, Queensland, is seeking a Scheduling Engineer to develop and maintain short-term mine schedules that align with the mine plan and operational realities.

Reporting to the Senior Scheduling Engineer, you will work with Operations and Technical Services, apply Deswik scheduling tools, and ensure timely, safe execution with a focus on schedule reliability. Relocation support is available for those relocating to Mount Isa.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in a mining-related discipline.
• Experience in underground hard-rock mining, ideally in planning or scheduling roles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and mine design/scheduling software (Deswik preferred).
• Ability to analyse data and develop practical, achievable schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate short-term mine schedules aligned with the approved mine plan.
• Translate medium- and long-term plans into clear, actionable schedules.
• Collaborate with Operations and Technical Services to ensure schedules are practical and executable.
• Identify scheduling constraints, risks, and dependencies, and drive mitigation strategies.
• Support delivery of production and development targets through timely and reliable scheduling outputs.
• Work closely with Operations to scope upcoming work and monitor schedule performance.
• Analyse operational performance and provide feedback to improve schedule reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain scheduling systems, data, and documentation to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Ensure all scheduling activities consider safety, operational risks, and site requirements.

Skills

Scheduling

Underground mining

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Microsoft Office

Deswik

Education

Mining-related degree

Tools

Deswik

Job description

Engineer – Scheduling – GFM Technical Services – Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia – Ref. No. 104893

Mount Isa Mines are currently advertising for a Scheduling Engineer vacancy that exists in the George Fisher Mine, Technical Services team. This role is residentially based in Mount Isa, working a 5/2, 4/3 9-hour roster. We encourage suitably qualified and experienced local candidates to apply. For those candidates located outside of Mount Isa, relocation support is available for this position to enable you and your family to live and work in Mount Isa.

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. Now’s the time to make your move to Mount Isa Mines. With major transformation initiatives shaping the future of our operations, we’re looking for key talent, especially local professionals and trades, to make an impact. This is more than a job; it’s long-term security, meaningful work and the opportunity to help build a stronger future for our region.

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

• Competitive remuneration, discretionary bonus with 13% superannuation


• Access to Glencore Rewards including health insurance discounts, retail offers, and salary sacrifice options


• Employee Referral, Recognition & Reward programs


• Leadership development programs, Ambassador Programs and unrivalled career pathways


• Relocation package and up to 12 weeks transit accommodation

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Scheduling Engineer, the Scheduling Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining short-term schedules that support the successful execution of the mine plan. You’ll ensure plans are practical, achievable, and aligned with real operational conditions, while proactively identifying risks and constraints. This is a role where your work directly influences daily performance on site—turning plans into action and enabling reliable execution of the mine plan.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate short-term mine schedules aligned with the approved mine plan


• Translate medium- and long-term plans into clear, actionable schedules.


• Collaborate with Operations and Technical Services to ensure schedules are practical and executable


• Identify scheduling constraints, risks, and dependencies, and drive mitigation strategies


• Support delivery of production and development targets through timely and reliable scheduling outputs


• Work closely with Operations teams to scope upcoming work and monitor schedule performance


• Analyse operational performance and provide feedback to improve schedule reliability and efficiency


• Maintain scheduling systems, data, and documentation to ensure accuracy and accessibility


• Ensure all scheduling activities consider safety, operational risks, and site requirements

About you – skills and experience:

• Degree qualification in a Mining-related discipline


• Experience in underground hard-rock mining, ideally in planning or scheduling roles


• Strong understanding of underground mining methods, development, and production processes


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with mine design and scheduling software (Deswik preferred)


• Ability to analyse data and develop practical, achievable schedules


• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills


• Excellent organisational and time management skills


• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement