QLD Metallurgical Operations, Maintenance, Copper Smelter
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 31985
We have residential positions available within our Copper Smelter Electrical team. This exciting opportunity will see you gain exposure to the largest industrial complex in Australia, specifically the part where copper concentrate becomes copper metal.
Mount Isa Mines
There’s never been a better time to join Mount Isa Mines. As we deliver significant transformation projects on site, we’re creating reliable, long-term opportunities for people who want to build their careers where they live. We’re committed to attracting and developing local talent, backing our workforce and investing in a future that supports our people and our community. Stay local. Build your future. Apply now.
The Copper Smelter and Mount Isa Community
The Mount Isa Copper smelter is one of two Copper Smelters in Australia. We process over a 1,000,000 tonnes of Copper Concentrate per year from both our own mines and from sources all over the country and globe.
No matter where you live in Mount Isa its always a short commute to work; Mount Isa has a barramundi stocked lake and is surrounded by camping and 4WD opportunities. Mount Isa has a large sporting community, gyms as well as plenty of leisure activities and heaps of events including the biggest rodeo in the Southern Hemisphere.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:




Preventative & Statutory maintenanceBreakdowns & Fault findingContinuous improvement of the Electrical InfrastructureWorking within a team environmentContributing to the flow of copper from one of only two Australian Copper Smelters
How the role would benefit you:
An attractive 4/3 alternating roster (3 day weekends)5 Weeks annual LeaveNovated Lease optionsGlencore Rewards programCorporate Health Insurance discountsProfessional DevelopmentAbove award superannuationRelocation packages provided and interim accommodation for up to 12 weeks$10k sign on bonusEmployee referral scheme
What we need from you:
Trade qualification – Electrician with an equivalent Queensland Electrical Mechanic LicenseAn eye for detail and a want for high work qualitySafety as a core personal valueThe ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively
Nice to Have’s:
Industrial process control, instrumentation maintenance and calibrationsLV/HV Motors, VVVF drives, HV switchgear/switching, turbines and synchronous machinesYokogawa Centum VP DCS and Allen Bradley PLCs (or have had exposure to similar control systems)Cert 3 or 4 in InstrumentationFixed plant maintenance
We support our people to realise their full potential through:
Overhead Crane, Forklift, EWP, Rigging, DoggingCert III in InstrumentationProcess Control, PLC, DCS opportunitiesLeadership development opportunities
Applications Close: 8.00am Monday 24 August 2026

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