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Indigenous Employment Intake 2027
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  • Indigenous Entry Level Pathway Program
  • Mount Isa QLD
  • 12 Weeks Job-Readiness Training
Job ID IEP2027 Closing date 04/01/2027 Last Updated 14/10/2026

Why choose Glencore’s North Queensland Indigenous Employment Program?

We offer Indigenous Australians a pathway from the community to our operations through a fully supported Indigenous Employment Program. We are seeking expressions of interest for motivated and committed Indigenous persons who are looking for that next opportunity in Mount Isa. Applicant details will be kept on file and reviewed ongoing for current and future programs.

Our program provides a work-readiness component and entry-level operational skills for the participants as well as tailored personal development. Participants receive ongoing support through each stage of the program, including mentorship from fellow Indigenous workers.

The Program is structured to empower participants in their journey toward finding sustainable employment. Upon completion of the program, participants may be selected to progress into full-time employment within the resources industry within our company. 

TYPICAL DUTIES

As a participant in our Indigenous Employment Program, some of the duties you may be required to perform, include:

  • Minor maintenance and repairs
  • Installation of surface/underground production services
  • Surface and underground construction activities
  • General labouring duties
  • Assisting Tradespeople

All uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment necessary to complete the program will be supplied.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible to apply for the program, applicants must:

  • Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and be willing to work in the mining environment.
  • Be willing to participate in a twelve (12) week live-in work ready course hosted outside of Mount Isa.
  • Currently residing in Queensland, willing to relocate to Mt Isa.
  • Supply Work Rights Document (Birth Certificate or valid Passport).
  • Current Manual (C) Drivers Licence or (Red or Green P licence preferred).
  • Complete a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing to qualify for employment, comply with further random testing as required in line with our Alcohol & Other Drug Testing procedure.

For more details on this program, we encourage you to call your local Job Search Agency or email clynton.munns@glencore.com.au