Special Serviceperson - Dewatering

Special Serviceperson - Dewatering

George Fisher Mine, Fill & Services
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 41433

 

Mount Isa Mines are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Special Serviceperson – Dewatering to join the Operations team on D Crew at George Fisher Mine. Reporting to the Fill & Services Supervisor, this position is residential in Mount Isa and requires you to work a 7 on / 7 off, day and night shift roster, providing grounds for an excellent work-life balance.

 Mount Isa

 Mount Isa is a thriving city acting as a hub for regional business, transport, services and government in Northwest Queensland.  Mount Isa Mines attracts the best people from all over Australia and the world who are drawn to working for a high-calibre mining operation with the added benefit of a comfortable residential-based work arrangement.

We believe in the value of our people and our approach fosters the highest level of professionalism, ownership and entrepreneurial spirit in all our people while never compromising on their safety and well-being.  We offer excellent remuneration package and benefits above market superannuation, and significant professional development opportunities. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au  

Our people return home every day and enjoy a thriving town of 23,000 people. You will always have something to do, go to restaurants, movies, join a gym and sporting activities, play golf, as well as fishing and camping and activities at the lake.

 Your Benefits:

• Competitive Remuneration packaged with 12% superannuation.
• Above industry Standard Leave allowances
• 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 Professional External Education Assistance, leadership development programs, ambassador Programs and more; and unrivalled career opportunities.

The Role

As a Special Serviceperson – Dewatering, you will play a key hands on role in maintaining the operational integrity of the underground dewatering network at George Fisher Mine. You will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and improving dewatering systems, ensuring water management infrastructure is reliable, safe and responsive to operational needs. This role involves operating specialised equipment, supporting service and construction crews, and delivering improvement works that optimise underground services performance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Install, maintain, repair and improve underground dewatering systems across the operational network.
• Monitor the performance of air and electric powered dewatering pumps and address operational issues promptly.
• Assist underground services and construction crews as required to meet operational priorities.
• Operate Volvo or Caterpillar integrated tool carriers (ITCs) to support dewatering tasks and associated projects.
• Conduct improvement projects related to dewatering efficiency, infrastructure reliability and system performance.
• Engage proactively with multiple departmental stakeholders to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Work safely within all site standards and procedures while contributing positively to the broader Fill & Services team.

 

You will have the following skillset and attributes:

• Current Australian Driver’s Licence.
• Extensive experience in underground services installation or underground operational work.
• Experience operating Volvo and/or Caterpillar Integrated Tool Carriers (ITCs).
• Experience with air and electric driven dewatering pumps (highly desirable).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills, particularly in underground service environments.
• Reliable, self motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to safe and efficient task completion.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing conditions, with strong time management skills to perform effectively under pressure.

                                                     

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

 

Applications Close: April 1^st at 5pm