Regional Studies, Project Delivery
Brisbane/ Mount Isa (FIFO transitioning role)
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Based initially in Brisbane and transitioning to a FIFO roster to Mount Isa, you will provide technical leadership across the project lifecycle, supporting the successful delivery of the Black Star Open Cut Project from feasibility through to operations.
Glencore
As one of the world's largest diversified natural resource companies, Glencore responsibly sources the commodities that advance everyday life.
With operations spanning more than 35 countries and a workforce of over 150,000 employees and contractors, Glencore produces and markets the metals, minerals and energy products essential to the global energy transition.
In Australia, Glencore operates a diverse portfolio of mining, metals processing and agricultural assets, creating enduring value for our people, communities and stakeholders.
Our business is built on a commitment to safety, operational excellence, sustainability and continuous improvement.
The Black Star Open Cut Project represents a significant investment in the future of Mount Isa Mines and the broader North Queensland region.
This project will play an significant role in supporting long-term resource development, operational sustainability and continued employment opportunities for generations to come.
Your Benefits:
Competitive remuneration with 12% superannuation
Access to Glencore Rewards including health insurance discounts and retail offers
Leadership development programs and career progression pathways
Participation in a major, high-profile capital project
FIFO flexibility with transition from Brisbane to Mount Isa
About The Role
Reporting to the Project Director - BSOC, the Technical Services Manager will lead the technical studies, mine planning and multidisciplinary workstreams required to progress the Black Star Open Cut Project through feasibility and into project execution.
This role is accountable for coordinating the delivery of critical technical inputs across mining, geology, geotechnical,



processing and commercial disciplines while ensuring outcomes are technically robust, value-focused and aligned with project objectives.
You will play a key role in supporting investment decisions, governance requirements and long-term asset planning that underpin the future success of Mount Isa Mines.
Working closely with operational, project and corporate stakeholders, you will provide technical leadership, governance oversight and strategic direction to maximise project value and execution certainty.
Key responsibilities:
Lead the delivery and coordination of technical studies supporting the Black Star Open Cut Project
Manage multidisciplinary teams across mining, geology, geotechnical, processing and metallurgical disciplines
Coordinate feasibility study activities and ensure achievement of project milestones
Oversee the development of mine plans, project evaluations and technical recommendations
Manage external consultants undertaking specialist studies and independent technical reviews
Ensure technical outputs align with operational, financial and strategic objectives
Support life-of-asset planning, optimisation initiatives and value improvement opportunities
Contribute to annual budgets, capital forecasts and long-term financial planning
Prepare executive reports and recommendations supporting investment decisions
Maintain governance frameworks and ensure compliance with project and company requirements
Build strong relationships across operations, projects, finance, commercial and technical functions
Lead, mentor and develop technical professionals within the project team
Drive a culture of safety, continuous improvement and technical excellence
About You – Skills And Experience




You are an experienced technical mining leader with a proven track record delivering major mining studies, managing multidisciplinary teams and influencing strategic project outcomes.
You bring a strong balance of technical expertise, commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement capability, with the ability to guide complex projects through study phases into execution.
You will bring:
Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering or a related discipline
Extensive experience in Technical Services, mine planning, project development or feasibility studies
Demonstrated success leading large-scale mining studies and capital projects
Strong understanding of mine planning, geology, geotechnical engineering and processing interfaces
Experience with stage-gate project governance frameworks such as CMF or equivalent
Strong financial evaluation, budgeting and capital project assessment capability
Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary technical teams and external consultants
Strong commercial and strategic decision-making skills
Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership capabilities
Exposure to logistics, infrastructure or mineral supply chain planning will be highly regarded
Commitment to safety leadership, continuous improvement and operational excellence
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to lead the technical workstreams that will shape one of Mount Isa Mines' most significant future growth projects.
You will influence major investment decisions, guide multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in delivering a project critical to the long-term future of our operations.
At Glencore, our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to creating a workplace where our values guide everything we do.
Safety is our first priority.
We act with Integrity, take Responsibility, embrace Openness, focus on Simplicity and encourage Entrepreneurialism.
Don't just take a role.
Lead the technical strategy behind a project that will shape the future of Mount Isa Mines.
Applications Close: 23 rd of November
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📌 Technical Services Manager – Black Star Open Cut Project (Brisbane)
🏢 Glencore Australia
📍 Brisbane