Job description

About the Company and Location

Glencore Australia’s Mount Isa Mines, situated in Mount Isa, Queensland, is one of the world’s largest mining complexes specializing in copper and zinc-lead-silver operations. The city of Mount Isa offers both a dynamic career hub and a vibrant lifestyle, featuring a variety of leisure activities and outdoor pursuits. The company strongly values its employees and fosters a culture based on safety, professionalism, innovation, and well-being.

Role Summary

The Ventilation Officer position within the Technical Services team focuses on supporting the underground ventilation systems at George Fisher Mine. The role entails ensuring compliant, efficient, and safe operation of ventilation to maintain appropriate airflow, air quality, and environmental standards. This position reports to the Senior Ventilation Officer and collaborates closely with operations, planning, and engineering departments.

Work Pattern and Location

This residential role requires working a shift pattern of 5 days on, 2 days off, then 4 days on followed by 3 days off, with each shift lasting 9 hours. Relocation assistance is available for candidates relocating to Mount Isa.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure underground ventilation systems adhere to safety, efficiency, and regulatory requirements.
Monitor and optimize airflow, air quality, and environmental conditions in underground operations.
Identify and mitigate ventilation-related risks such as gas, heat, dust, and airflow blockages.
Maintain and improve ventilation modeling to support current operations and future plans.
Provide practical ventilation advice to operations and planning teams for developments and infrastructure.
Monitor ventilation controls and infrastructure to assure intended performance and maintenance.
Keep accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation related to ventilation.
Contribute to developing ventilation standards, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Promote ventilation awareness and support safety practices across the site.

Candidate Profile - Skills and Experience

Comprehensive knowledge of underground mining operations with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
At least 5 years of experience in underground ventilation, including a minimum of 2 years in metalliferous mining environments.
Strong troubleshooting abilities for complex ventilation systems.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills to liaise with diverse teams.
Capability to interpret ventilation data and implement actionable control measures.
Experience using ventilation modeling software such as Ventsim or its equivalent.
Commitment to ongoing professional growth and continuous improvement.
Background in environmental monitoring, heat management, or ventilation infrastructure installation is advantageous.
Analytical skills for interpreting relevant data accurately.

Employee Benefits

Competitive salary with 13% superannuation contribution.
Access to employee rewards including health insurance discounts, retail offers, and salary sacrifice options.
Participation in employee referral, recognition, and reward programs.
Opportunities for leadership development, ambassador programs, and career advancement.
Enjoyment of a desirable residential lifestyle in Mount Isa.

Company Values and Commitment

Glencore promotes a workplace culture prioritizing safety, integrity, responsibility, openness, simplicity, and entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging employees to contribute towards excellence and positive regional impact.

Additional Information

Applications close at 8:00am on Wednesday, 12th August 2026.

Officer - Ventilation

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