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Job highlights

Work an 8/6, 12-hour roster or a 5/2, 4/3 9-hour roster

Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia

Options - Residential Position or FIFO for the right candidate

Job ID

104893

Closing date

27/05/2026

Last Updated

29/04/2026

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 an 8/6, 12-hour roster or a 5/2, 4/3 9-hour roster. FIFO may be considered for the right candidate. 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 workplace 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

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

Your Benefits:

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

Don’t just take a job, secure a career and help build the future of our region. today.

For further information contact: Bec McManus on 0427 559 840

Applications Close: 8:00am 27th May 2026

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📌 Engineer - Scheduling (Mount Isa)
🏢 Glencore
📍 Mount Isa