Plant Metallurgist

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 mine.

It is then stored and transported to our Bing Bong loading facility and shipped to our customers worldwide.

Our customers use our essential commodities in everyday products for mobility, infrastructure and communications.

MRM’s Perks and Benefits

- Generous Superannuation: Enjoy 13% superannuation to secure your future
- Work-Life Balance: 15 Days On/13 Days Off roster
- Career Growth: Access to excellent career development opportunities
- Financial Flexibility: Salary sacrificing benefits for vehicles and other services
- Exclusive Discounts: Take advantage of discounts with health insurance providers and Glencore Rewards for online and in-store savings

Key Responsibilities

- Assist the Technical Superintendent and Senior Metallurgists in setting metallurgical targets
- Assist with setting operational parameters to achieve or exceed budget results
- Ability to think strategically to assist with budget performance and operational improvement initiatives
- Provide technical guidance to operational staff, and ensuring metallurgical targets are achieved




- Ensure all projects and activities comply with relevant Australian Acts, Mine regulations, Health, Safety and Environmental standards
- Provide detailed reports on daily plant performance, project works and test works in a timely manner

Successful applicant will have

- You will have a degree qualification in Minerals Processing or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience within the years mining industry, preferably in Pb/Zn minerals processing
- You will be someone who is willing to maintain and improve key metallurgical skills
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office suite
- Demonstrated knowledge of risk management, safety systems and legislative requirements for Zn processing
- Demonstrated knowledge of Ultra fine grind circuits, Base metal flotation, SAG and Ball milling
- Knowledge of PBOX leaching, dewatering circuits and Tailings Disposal

At MRM, we are ‘Territory first’ and will prioritise applications from Territorians or those ready to relocate. Current Glencore employees interested in this role are encouraged to discuss their application with their supervisor or manager before an interview.

For more information, contact us at [email protected] .

Note: We may conduct interviews and make hires before the advertising period ends.

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📌 Metallurgist (Darwin)
🏢 Glencore Australia
📍 Darwin