Queensland Metallurgical Operations, Maintenance Planning & Reliability
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 104921
Glencore Mount Isa Mines are currently advertising a vacancy that exists for a Reliability Lubrication Technician at the Copper Smelter, an integral part of the Reliability Team.
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
There’s never been a better time to join Mount Isa Mines. As we deliver significant transformation projects on site, we’re creating stable, long-term opportunities for people who want to build their careers where they live. We’re committed to attracting and developing local talent, backing our workforce and investing in a future that supports our people and our community.
The Role
This position reports to the Senior Mechanical Reliability Engineer. You will monitor, maintain, repair and improve the lubrication systems across the Copper Smelter to maximize the reliability of rotating equipment. You will service and lubricate a wide range of assets including cranes, conveyors, pumps, compressors, crushers, fans and more. This is a residentially based position in Mount Isa working a Monday to Thursday 12hr dayshift roster. You may occasionally be required to work additional hours to suit business needs.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Works including, monitoring, maintaining, repair and improved the oil and grease systemsPromoting and reinforcing a culture of safety, operational excellence and continuous improvementTaking oil samples as part of the condition monitoring strategy, and executing the correctives based on the reportsMaintain a high level of housekeeping
You will have the following skillset and attributes:
Minimum experience of 3 years within the mining industry is preferredTrade qualification – Fitter (Mechanical) is preferredThe ability to adapt to change in duties from day to dayCurrent manual driver’s licenseExperience with lubrication and hydraulic systems – automatic grease lubrication systems, permalubes etcExperience with taking condition monitoring – taking oil samples and interpreting oil analysis reportsSound computer skills – SAP and Microsoft OfficeA demonstrated commitment to safetyA self-motivated attitude and enjoy working in small yet highly productive team
The following tickets will also be highly regarded:
Current Forklift TicketCurrent EWP TicketLevel 1 qualification in Vibration Analyst (VCAT 1) Level 1 qualification in Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA 1)
Benefits Glencore offer the successful candidate for this position:
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;Competitive Remuneration packaged with 12% superannuationFantastic professional development opportunities with leadership development programs, ambassador Programs and unrivalled career opportunitiesOvertime available 10K Sign on bonus (subject to eligibility)
Applications Close: 8.00am Friday 24 April 2026