At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate mobile equipment and support day-to-day operations in a dynamic mining environment.
- Company: Join Mount Isa Mines, a leading mining operation in Queensland.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, above-market superannuation, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting career growth with a supportive team in a thriving town.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that makes a real impact while enjoying a vibrant community.
- Qualifications: Safety-focused, reliable, and able to operate mobile equipment.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Mount Isa Mines is seeking reliable and safety-focused Operators to join our Services team. The position supports the day-to-day operation of the processing plants by carrying out a variety of operational, materials handling and site service activities. The successful applicant will be comfortable operating mobile equipment, working across different areas of the site and completing tasks safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on and varied role suited to someone who enjoys working across different areas of an operation and being part of a team that provides essential support to the processing plants. All positions are residentially based with varied rosters available depending on the area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate mobile equipment including forklifts, loaders, backhoes, bobcats/excavators and other site equipment as required.
- Carry out crane and lifting activities where appropriately trained and authorised.
- Deliver and manage reagents, mill media and other materials required by the processing plants.
- Load, unload and move containers, bulk bags, kibbles and other materials around site.
- Assist with tanker deliveries and unloading activities.
- Complete general clean-up, spillage removal and housekeeping activities.
- Support plant shutdowns, maintenance activities and operational requirements.
- Conduct pre-start inspections and report equipment faults or defects.
- Complete required paperwork, risk assessments and workplace documentation.
- Work closely with operators, maintenance teams, contractors and other departments.
- Follow site procedures, traffic management requirements and isolation processes.
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and equipment care.
About You:
- Has a strong commitment to safety and following procedures.
- Is reliable, motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Can safely operate mobile equipment in an industrial or mining environment.
- Has good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Can prioritise tasks and respond to changing operational requirements.
- Takes pride in maintaining equipment and work areas.
- Follows all site lead management procedures and work instructions.
- Maintains good personal hygiene by washing hands and face before eating, drinking, smoking, or leaving the work area.
Desirable Licences & Experience:
- Previous mining, processing or heavy industrial experience would be highly regarded, along with:
- Current driver’s licence.
- Forklift licence.
- EWP and Working at Heights.
- Loader, backhoe, excavator or skid steer experience.
- Crane experience and relevant high-risk work licences.
Applications Close: 8.00am Monday 9 November 2026.
Operator employer: Glencore Australia
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