IT Systems Engineer

At Hail Creek, everything we do is about developing our people, optimising our asset and improving our future. We positively impact our people and communities. We strive to be industry leaders – the Mine of Choice. It’s a culture that fosters pragmatic outcomes where things happen quickly. We promote those ‘out of the box’ ideas to continuously improve and no day is ever the same. With a large and passionate workforce of over 1,000 people, there is a great opportunity for you to contribute and make an impact.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Job Description

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced IT Systems Engineer to join the team at our Hail Creek Coal operation. Reporting to the Hail Creek IT Team Leader, you will be responsible for providing a high level of technical support and expert advice across a range of standard software products and installed infrastructure.

You will apply your technical expertise and a strong methodical approach to resolve system issues and achieve maximum uptime. You will work with the wider IT&S team to manage third party service providers, vendors and business users to deliver effective and efficient IT&S services, and at times may act as the technical lead for site-based IT projects. You will actively support the IT&S team who has carriage over an onsite IT&S budget and allocation of IT&S resources.

Your industry qualifications (CCNA/MCSA/MCSE) are desirable but not essential, and/or considerable experience in a similar role, coupled with your ability to multi-task and problem solve ensure you are a good fit for this role. You will have a sound knowledge of Microsoft client and server technologies, virtualisation, Active Directory Administration, TCP/IP, routing protocols and general networking fundamentals. Knowledge of PABX systems, PC hardware, fibre optic and copper cabling and wireless technologies is also desirable.

This role is based at our Hail Creek Coal operation in Central Queensland where work will be performed on a Monday – Friday roster, with on-call and after-hours commitments as required.

Just as importantly, we’ve worked hard to make sure you feel valued. In return, here are just some of the benefits we offer:

The successful candidate will have the option to work a compressed 9 day-fortnight flexible work arrangement
Direct employment with Glencore – we are a responsible miner of coal that has a track record of operational excellence
A competitive package with lifestyle benefits
Annual short term performance bonus
Above award Annual Leave entitlement
Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave - one of the most generous long service leave schemes
Provision for Education Assistance if you are wanting to further your studies down the track.

This role is a wonderful opportunity for you no matter your circumstance. You will have the option to either live locally in one of the communities that surround our operation or stay on site in our amazing Village. We are only a one and quarter hour drive from the beautiful Mackay hinterland and a two- and half-hour drive from Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands and have a diverse group of people at our operation commuting from multiple locations in Queensland such as Rockhampton and Townsville, to name a few.

Our people think and act like entrepreneurs. We have built a culture that rewards dedicated people with a can-do spirit, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field. If you are caring, responsive, intuitive, and driven, and can operate within a dynamic environment, this is your chance to become part of a culture that empowers people and drives progression.

Apply now at glencore.com/careers

For further information please contact:

Matthew Steel – QLD IT Manager