Operator

About Mount Isa Mines

Mount Isa Mines are currently advertising for Operators to the team within the Lead Smelter - Blast Furnace/Sinter Plant. These are excellent opportunities to commence a career within the mining industry or further your experience and develop your existing technical skills and industry knowledge. The successful applicants will be someone that is hands on and keen to develop and learn some of the skills found within either at the Smelting and Refining - Lead Smelter. These positions are residentially based in Mount Isa.

Mount Isa Mines

There’s never been a better time to join Mount Isa Mines. As we deliver significant transformation projects on site, we’re creating stable, long-term opportunities for people who want to build their careers where they live. We’re committed to attracting and developing local talent, backing our workforce and investing in a future that supports our people and our community.

Stay local. Build your future. Apply now.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintain plant hygiene and hosing around the plant
• Carrying out plant checks and cleaning up spills
• Supply tools and equipment to plant areas
• Use of crow bars, hammers and jackhammers
• Running in fluxes and other materials
• Progressing through to other more challenging tasks within a short timeframe

All successful candidates will possess:

• Self-motivated and flexible with a high standard of work
• A pro-active approach to safety and continuous improvement
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a small team
• A current Australian manual driver's licence
• Mobile equipment tickets – would be an advantage
• Previous industrial experience would be highly regarded.

Applications Close

8.00am Friday 08 May 2026