George Fisher Mine – Fixed Plant Maintenance
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref No: 103171
We are currently seeking suitably qualified applicants for multiple opportunities at our George Fisher Mine, Fixed Plant Maintenance Department. This opportunity provides an array of varied opportunities in a complex underground mining environment and new, diverse experiences for a qualified tradesperson, along with benefits of residential living and ability to be home each night.
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. Comprising of underground mining, mineral processing and smelting operations, power generation, and support and administrative services, to deliver natural resources of enduring value in modern society.
The Role
We have an opportunity that exists for a Mechanical Fitter to join the Maintenance team at George Fisher Mine. Reporting to the Area supervisor, you will have the ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, working in a dynamic and challenging environment. This position is a residential role in Mount Isa and require you to work a 7 on 7 off day shift only roster, allowing for an excellent work-life balance.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Safe and efficient repairs and maintenance of fixed plant assets
- Undertaking preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs on Fixed Plant equipment
- Safe and high quality of work conducted
- Identify potential improvements to work practices and conditions
- Provide feedback to the Leading Hand on a regular basis
- Supporting improvement projects that aim to reduce unplanned stoppages
- Work positively in a team environment whilst providing support when called upon
- Maintaining and improving OH&S and overall operational standards in the workplace
- Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role (can include apprenticeship time)
- Trade qualified Fitter (Supply trade qualification details on application)
- Innovation and adhering to safety procedures.
- Ability to think logically and solve problems when required
- Excellent trouble-shooting & problem solving skills;
- Flexible approach and adaptable to change with a high attention to detail.
- Good time management skills and able to work well under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.
- Good communication skills with peers, customers and management.
- Willingness and ability to learn new processes.
- Hold a current Australian Manual Drivers Licence.
- Experience in SAP and Microsoft Office would be an advantage or similar system
- $10K Sign On Bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Competitive Remuneration packaged with 12% superannuation;
- Paid relocation inclusive of 12 weeks furnished transit accommodation;
- Benefits program including discounts with Health Insurance providers, online and in-store discounts through
- Glencore Rewards, salary sacrificing vehicles, Employee Referral Program and Recognition and Reward programs;
- Fantastic professional development opportunities with Professional External Education Assistance, leadership development programs, ambassador Programs and more; and unrivalled career opportunities.
Applications closing: 8:00am Monday 24th August 2026