Supervisor - Structural

Job highlights
  • Lead major structural projects that shape Mount Isa's future
  • Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
  • Drive safety, innovation and project success in a world-class mine
Job ID 105291 Closing date 01/09/2026 Last Updated 05/08/2026

Project Supervisor - Structural 
Glencore Metals Australian Operations
Mt Isa
Job ref: 105291

 

Mount Isa Mines are currently advertising a Project Supervisor – Structural vacancy that exists in the Engineering Department. This role will see you become an integral part of the Structural Projects team. This role is residentially based in Mount Isa, working a 8/6 roster.

 

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

 

Glencore Mount Isa Mines is seeking an experienced Supervisor - Structural Projects to lead the safe and successful delivery of structural fabrication, construction and installation projects across our surface operations.

 

Reporting to the Superintendent - Structural Projects, you will play a critical role in planning, coordinating and supervising structural improvement projects across key assets including the Copper Smelter, Lead Smelter, Zinc Lead Concentrator, Copper Concentrator and supporting infrastructure. You will provide visible leadership in safety, project delivery and contractor management while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

 

Working closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations and HSEC teams, you will develop project execution strategies, optimise resource allocation and drive continuous improvement initiatives that support plant reliability, structural integrity and business performance.

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning, coordination and safe execution of structural projects across processing and surface operations.
  • Develop detailed project plans, resource requirements, schedules and execution strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Supervise contractors and project personnel, ensuring compliance with site standards, quality requirements, HSEC systems and Australian Standards.
  • Monitor project progress, budgets, forecasts and performance metrics while providing regular reporting to stakeholders and management.
  • Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, critical control verifications and visible field leadership activities to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Support tendering, procurement, project close-out activities, quality documentation and structural integrity inspection programs.

 

Required Experience

 

You will bring proven experience supervising structural, maintenance, construction or capital projects within a mining, heavy industrial, processing or similar operational environment. You will have demonstrated success managing contractors, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects safely, on schedule and within budget.

 

The successful candidate will possess strong planning and organisational skills, excellent stakeholder engagement capability and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities. Experience facilitating risk assessments, leading workplace safety initiatives, conducting project reporting and working within regulated industrial environments will be highly regarded. A sound understanding of structural construction, fabrication and installation activities, together with strong commercial awareness and project delivery experience, is essential.

 

Qualification you should have:

  • Trade qualification in a relevant discipline, Engineering Diploma or Certificate IV in Project Management.
  • Experience supervising structural, construction, maintenance or capital project activities.
  • Strong knowledge of contractor management and project execution practices.
  • Demonstrated commitment to health, safety and risk management leadership.
  • Experience undertaking risk assessments, JSEAs and safety investigations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proven ability to manage costs, schedules, resources and project deliverables.
  • Knowledge of Queensland mining legislation, structural integrity requirements and industrial site standards will be highly regarded.

                                                               

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: 1st of September