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RADIO TECHNICIAN
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  • Keep our mine connected—bring your comms expertise to George Fisher Mine
  • Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
  • $10k SIGN ON – Tell your friends – join us now!
Job ID 104713 Closing date 26/04/2026 Last Updated 25/03/2026

Radio Technician

George Fisher Mine, Electrical
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 104713

Mount Isa Mines are currently advertising for a Radio Technician vacancy that exists in the Electrical team.   This role is residentially based in Mount Isa, working a 7/7 day shift roster. We encourage suitably qualified and experienced local candidates to apply. For those candidates located outside of Mount Isa, relocation support is available for this position to enable you and your family to live and work in Mount Isa.

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. We operate two mining and processing streams, copper and zinc-lead-silver, to deliver natural resources of enduring value in modern society. Now’s the time to make your move to Mount Isa Mines. With major transformation initiatives shaping the future of our operations, we’re looking for key talent, especially local professionals and trades, to make an impact. This is more than a job; it’s long-term security, meaningful work and the opportunity to help build a stronger future for our region.

At Mount Isa Mines, we believe in our people. We cultivate an environment of professionalism, ownership, and innovation while prioritizing safety and well-being. Our employee rewards program, market-leading superannuation, and commitment to professional development set us apart. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au

Your Benefits:

  • $10k Sign on Bonus
  • Competitive remuneration with 12% Superannuation
  • Access to Glencore Rewards including health insurance discounts, retail offers, and salary sacrifice options
  • Employee Referral, Recognition & Reward programs
  • Leadership development programs, Ambassador Programs and unrivalled career pathways
  • The lifestyle advantage of a residential role in Mount Isa

About the role

Reporting to the Communications Supervisor, the Radio Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the reliable operation, installation and maintenance of communication systems across George Fisher Mine. The position is responsible for safely and effectively performing planned maintenance, breakdown repairs and system upgrades, while upholding site safety standards and maintaining high workmanship quality.

Key responsibilities:

Install, maintain and repair communication systems in accordance with site and Australian Standards.

  • Perform planned and breakdown maintenance to support production and development KPIs.
  • Work independently or within a team, demonstrating high quality workmanship and safe work practices.
  • Maintain accurate installation, maintenance and system documentation and records.
  • Support communications infrastructure including radio, fibre, networking and safety critical systems.

 About you – skills and experience:

 You will bring:

  • Trade qualified Radio Technician.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure with strong time management skills.
  • Effective communication skills and demonstrated teamwork capability.
  • Current Australian Manual Driver’s Licence.
  • Mining industry experience.
  • Experience with:
    • Telephone systems
    • Optical Fibre
    • Radio RF/HF
    • Miri and PED systems
    • Networking technologies
    • Impact collision avoidance systems
    • Automated machinery
  • Experience using SAP or similar maintenance systems.
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel.
  • Willingness to learn new processes and adapt to change.                                                         

At Glencore, our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to creating a workplace where our values guide everything we do. Safety is our first priority — we never compromise on it. We act with Integrity, choosing to do what’s right even when it’s challenging. We take Responsibility for our actions and strive to make a positive impact. Through Openness, we communicate honestly and encourage meaningful dialogue. We embrace Simplicity, focusing on what truly matters and avoiding unnecessary complexity. And with Entrepreneurialism, we welcome new ideas and continuously seek better, safer and more efficient ways of working.

 

If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a team that is committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey at Mount Isa Mines.

Don’t just take a job, secure a career and help build the future of our region. Apply today. 

Applications Close: 12am 26th of April