COMMUNICATION TECHNICIAN UM3T

• Trade Qualified Radio Technician
• Mount Isa, Queensland
• 7:7 Day Shift Roster

Communication Technician UM3T
Mining – MICO Mine
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Reference Number: 37996

Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 90 commodities. Our operations comprise around 150 mining and metallurgical sites, oil production assets, and agricultural facilities – supported by a network of more than 90 offices located in over 50 countries.

We employ approximately 160,000 people including contractors and we provide people with the opportunity to develop and grow their expertise and the confidence to grow their careers. Our Queensland Metals Businesses is a polymetallic operation covering multiple mines and processing plants and logistical infrastructure.

The Role:

A vacancy currently exists for trade qualified applicants for the position of Communication Technician, within the Mine Maintenance – Electrical & Communications department.

In this position you will use your trade experience to perform maintenance and installation activities in a team environment whilst ensuring safety of you and your team. This is a residential role in Mount Isa and reports directly to the Communications Supervisor. The role offers an even time 7:7 dayshift roster.

The successful application will have:

• A trade qualification – Radio Technician/Restricted Electrician or equivalent
• A current QLD manual driver’s licence
• Experience with Telephone, Optic Fibre, Radio VHF leaky feeder, LAN/Wi-Fi networks, as well as bench work experience
• Knowledge of SAP or similar maintenance systems
• A proactive attitude towards safety and the ability to follow relevant processes and procedures
• Previous underground experience is desirable although not essential.

Our mining operation is on land traditionally owned by the Kalkadoon People and we respect their rights and interests. Mount Isa Mines encourages suitably qualified Indigenous applicants to apply.

For further information, please contact:    Louise Wiles – louise.wiles@glencore.com.au
Applications Close: 7th November 2022