Principal - Structural Integrity

Principal - Structural Integrity 
Glencore Metals Australian Operations
Brisbane
Job ref: 104718

Glencore are currently advertising for a Principal – Structural Integrity Engineer vacancy that exists in the team. This role is based in Brisbane, working a Monday–Friday roster, with frequent trips to site on a 12-month Fixed term contract

 
Why consider working with us at Glencore?

Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations comprise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who strive to be leaders in their field.

 

Our Glencore Metals Australia (GMA) business encompasses a complex and diverse scope across Zinc, Nickel and Copper Assets in Qld, NT and WA, including underground and open pit mines, processing plants (concentrators, smelters and a refinery) and port facilities.   

 

Your Benefits would include:

• Competitive Remuneration packaged with 13% superannuation.
• 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.
• Fantastic professional development opportunities with leadership development programs, ambassador Programs and unrivalled career opportunities

  

About the role

As Principal – Structural Integrity, you will lead the delivery of a multi-site structural remediation program across Glencore Metals Australia, ensuring the ongoing safety, reliability, and compliance of critical assets. This role combines technical leadership with project execution, overseeing structural assessments, prioritising risk based remediation, and managing contractor delivery across complex operating environments. Working closely with site and corporate stakeholders, you will play a key role in safeguarding asset integrity while driving continuous improvement in structural performance across the business.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate a review of the structural remediation program across multiple sites, and implement a structural integrity action plan to address any gaps or areas of improvement

• Conduct and oversee structural inspections, assessments, and risk evaluations
• Prioritise works based on risk, safety, and operational impact
• Manage contractors and specialist providers to deliver program improvements, and identified actions
• Monitor program performance, reporting progress, budget, and outcomes to stakeholders

 

Required Experience

You are an experienced Structural Engineer with a strong background in heavy industry, mining, or processing environments, and a proven ability to deliver remediation and asset integrity programs across multiple sites. You bring deep technical knowledge of structural assessment and degradation mechanisms, combined with hands on experience managing contractor led works and ensuring compliance with Australian standards. With well developed project management and stakeholder engagement skills, you are comfortable operating across both strategic and operational levels, balancing competing priorities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and performance.

 

Qualification you should have:

• Degree qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer status (CPEng) or actively working towards professional registration
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in structural engineering within mining, heavy industry, or processing environments
• Demonstrated experience in structural inspections, condition assessments, and remediation programs
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards (AS/NZS), including structural design and compliance requirements
• Experience working with materials degradation, corrosion, and structural failure mechanisms
• Current driver’s licence and ability to obtain site-specific inductions and certifications
• Willingness and ability to travel across multiple operational sites and work flexibly as required                                                         

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 Glencore. Please apply via our careers page www.glencore.com/careers

 

Applications Close: 17^th of July