Job highlights
Attractive roster of 14/14 (day and night shift)
Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Longevity and career development opportunities.
Job ID
27992
Closing date
12/12/2025
Last Updated
13/11/2025
Port Operator Maintainer
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.
Safety is the focal point to the success of MRM. Everyone at MRM is responsible for contributing to the operational disciplines that ensure we are all safe - this is critical in our day-to-day work.
MRM's Perks and Benefits:
Long Mine Life
Roster of 7 days on,7 nights on, 14 days off
Permanent position with McArthur River Mine
Employer Super Contributions: 13% Superannuation
Career Development: Opportunities for advancement within a global organization
Salary Sacrificing Options: Vehicles, super, and more
Benefits Program: Excellent rewards program offering discounts on global and national brands, as well as health insurance
What we are looking for:
Safely and efficiently operate front-end loaders and other heavy machinery to load, unload, and move materials and products
Maintain mobile plant and fixed plant equipment at the port facilities.
Conduct pre-operational checks to ensure optimal performance
Assist with the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Bing Bong facilities
Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment and ensure there is no contamination to the environment and team.
Work with the wider team to meet production targets and deadlines
Ensure compliance with all safety, fatigue and company guidelines
Set and maintain housekeeping standards
What you can offer:
Experience working in the mining industry or in port operations using 980 loader, forklift and skid steer
Trade qualified Mechanic, Diesel Fitter or Mechanical Fitter
Experience and licenced to operate up to a 20T Excavator, Forklift, Skid Steer, Loader and Crane Operator
Working at Heights, Elevated Work Platform and MR licences are highly desirable
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high safety standards
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve goals
Ability to pass pre-employment medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing and chest X-ray
Experience or ability to work in a remote location
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
Please Note: We may conduct interviews and make hires before the advertising period ends.
Don't wait – Now and embark on an exciting journey with your new team.