Glencore's McArthur River Mine (MRM) is a world-class zinc–lead operation with a long future ahead. Located in the Gulf of Carpentaria, 900 km southeast of Darwin and 64 km from Borroloola, MRM produces and processes zinc, lead, and silver from our open-cut mine. These essential commodities are transported via our Bing Bong loading facility and shipped worldwide for use in everyday products that support mobility, infrastructure, and communications.
As one of the largest open-cut mining operations in the Northern Territory, MRM offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Every person at MRM plays a critical role in maintaining the operational disciplines that keep our workplace safe every day.
The Role
Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, you will be responsible for developing daily and weekly schedules aligned to the monthly mine plan and targets. This involves detailed planning, stakeholder engagement, and an understanding of projects, costs, dump construction methodologies, and long-term strategies. You will drive processes that validate inputs and reconcile performance, ensuring efficient plans that meet operational requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing weekly schedules and supporting monthly pit and overburden emplacement facility planning.
* Providing guidance to technical staff and planners, including participation in planning meetings.
* Liaising with Maintenance teams to optimise equipment maintenance scheduling.
* Acting as process owner for short-term overburden placement facility (OEF) design and inspection processes.
* Managing weekly data reconciliation to ensure accuracy and compliance with business needs.
* Collaborating with internal stakeholders to optimise resources and deliver against the mine plan.
* Providing expertise on OEF sequencing and construction methodologies.
* Ensuring all designs meet MRM policies and compliance requirements.
What We Offer
* 15 days on / 13 days off FIFO roster – supporting work-life balance.
* 13% Superannuation contributions – above industry standard.
* Career development and progression opportunities – with training and pathways for advancement.
* Salary sacrifices options – for superannuation and vehicle leasing.
* Exclusive Glencore Rewards program – discounts across a wide range of popular brands.
* Long mine life – providing job security and career stability.
About You
* Bachelor of Engineering in Mining (or similar relevant tertiary qualification).
* Minimum of three years' experience in open-pit metalliferous mining operations.
* Demonstrated knowledge of mining engineering systems, mine design, and scheduling.
* Proficiency in mine planning software such as Vulcan or Deswik.
* Experience with overburden emplacement facility management.
* Strong planning background with proven success in improving efficiency and achieving outcomes.
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At MRM, we are 'Territory first' and prioritise applications from Territorians or those ready to relocate.
Glencore employees applying for this role are encouraged to discuss their application with their Supervisor or Manager prior to interview.
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