Leading Hand

Glencore Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 days off roster

Superannuation 13%

Career progression

Salary sacrifice options

Rewards program

Long life mine

Job summary

Glencore Australia’s McArthur River Mine seeks an experienced Leading Hand Mill Maintenance to lead the processing plant maintenance team. You will manage safety, coordinate daily activities, and drive reliability of plant equipment to minimise downtime.

You will oversee preventative maintenance, troubleshoot repairs, and contribute to planning with cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to procedures and regulatory standards. On-site role with a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience in a mining or heavy industry environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of processing equipment and systems.
• Excellent leadership and team coordination skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues effectively.
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to safety standards.
• Good communication skills and the ability to liaise with different teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a team of maintenance personnel in the safe and effective operation of the processing plant.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities are performed according to company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities of the processing plant, including preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Provide input into weekly and long-term planning, equipment overhauls and repairs.
• Monitor and maintain equipment condition to ensure optimum performance and reliability.
• Report and document maintenance activities, work orders and completed tasks.
• Ensure all maintenance procedures and processes are adhered to in a safe and effective manner.
• Work closely with other departments to resolve issues and meet production and maintenance schedules.
• Promote a safety-first culture within the team and report hazards or risks to management.
• Assist in the development and training of team members.

Skills

Mining experience

Process equipment knowledge

Leadership

Troubleshooting (mechanical/electrical

Safety compliance

Communication

Trade qualifications

Education

Trade qualifications preferred

Job description

Leading Hand Mill Maintenance

Glencore’s McArthur River Mine (MRM) is a world-class Zinc-Lead mine with a long future. You’ll find our mine in the Gulf of Carpentaria, 900 km southeast of Darwin and 64 km from Borroloola. We produce and process Zinc, Lead and Silver from our open cut mining operations. They are then stored and transported to our Bing Bong loading facility and shipped to our customers all over the world. Our customers use our essential commodities in everyday products for mobility, infrastructure and communications.

As the Leading Hand in Processing Plant, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the maintenance activities within the mill and crusher areas. This will involve coordinating a team of maintenance workers to ensure the continuous operation of the processing plant, minimising downtime, and implementing safety and quality standards.

What we offer:

• 14 days/nights|14 days off roster.
• 13% Superannuation.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• Salary sacrifices options for Superannuation and vehicles.
• Exclusive access to the Glencore rewards program, offering discounts on a wide range of well-known companies.
• Long life mine

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to a team of maintenance personnel in the safe and effective operation of the processing plant.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities are performed according to company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the day-to-day maintenance activities of the processing plant, including preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Provide input into the weekly and long-term planning activities and execution of the plans, equipment overhauls, and repairs.
• Monitor and maintain the condition of equipment to ensure optimum performance and reliability.
• Report and document maintenance activities, work orders and completed tasks.
• Ensure all maintenance procedures, equipment, and processes are adhered to in a safe and effective manner.
• Work closely with other departments to resolve issues and ensure production and maintenance schedules are met.
• Promote a safety-first culture within the team and report any hazards or risks to management.
• Assist in the development and training of team members.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role within a mining or heavy industry environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of processing equipment and systems.
• Excellent leadership and team coordination skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues effectively.
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to safety standards.
• Good communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with different teams.
• Relevant trade qualifications (e.g., Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Technician) are preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

At MRM, we are Territory First – we encourage and prioritise applications from current Northern Territory residents or those willing to relocate.

Current Glencore employees are encouraged to discuss their interest in this position with their manager prior to applying.

To learn more, contact us at [e-mail]

Note : We may commence interviews and make appointments prior to the closing date.