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TECHNICIAN - GEOTECHNICAL
Job highlights
  • Support safe, stable mining with hands-on field experience at GFM.
  • Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
  • Find a supportive community that cares – Move to Mt Isa!
Job ID 104849 Closing date 28/04/2026 Last Updated 27/03/2026

Technician - Geotechnical

GFM Technical Services
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 104849

 

Mount Isa Mines are currently advertising for a Geotechnical Technician vacancy that exists in the George Fisher Mine, Technical Services team.   This role is residentially based in Mount Isa, working a 5/2 4/3, 9 hour 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:

  • Competitive remuneration with 13% 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 Senior Geotechnical Engineer, the Geotechnical Technician supports the Geotechnical Engineering team through the collection, monitoring and interpretation of geotechnical data across underground and surface operations. The role plays a key part in managing ground stability risks by assisting with monitoring programs, ground support QA/QC, instrumentation installation, pastefill testing and blast monitoring. All work is delivered in accordance with the Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP), site safety standards and legislative requirements.

 

Key responsibilities:

 

  • Collect, interpret and record geotechnical monitoring data across underground and surface areas.
  • Maintain geotechnical databases and ensure monitoring records remain accurate and up to date.
  • Install, monitor and maintain geotechnical instrumentation systems.
  • Conduct surveys of vertical openings and assist with data processing and reporting.
  • Conduct QA/QC inspections of bolts, cables, mesh and shotcrete installations.
  • Audit ground support installation and testing programs for compliance with standards.
  • Perform pull testing and verification testing of ground support systems.
  • Conduct QA/QC inspections of pastefill placement underground.
  • Perform paste testing and strength verification in the laboratory.
  • Ensure paste test results are captured and communicated to engineering teams.
  • Conduct blast vibration monitoring and record results.
  • Communicate effectively with operational and technical personnel.

 

About you – skills and experience:

 

You will bring

  • Experience in underground or surface mining environments (desirable).
  • Technical qualification in mining, geology, geotechnical monitoring or a related field (advantageous).
  • Experience with geotechnical monitoring systems and instrumentation.
  • Understanding of ground support systems and installation practices.
  • Experience with blast vibration monitoring and Drill & Blast QA/QC.
  • Ability to conduct inspections, testing and monitoring activities.
  • Ability to maintain in maintaining technical databases and accurate geotechnical records.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
  • Solid safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work with operations, technical teams and suppliers.
  • High attention to detail in reporting and data entry.
  • Ability to manage one’s own tasks and prioritize competing demands in field environments.
  • Teamwork, collaboration and proactive identification of improvement opportunities.

                                                          

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: 12 am 27th of April 2026