Technical Services Department, Engineering
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 41183
Mount Isa Mines are currently advertising for a vacant Ventilation Officer position that exists in the Technical Services team. This role is residentially based in Mount Isa, working a 5 days on, 2 days off, 4 days on, 3 days off – 9 hour shift. We encourage suitably qualified and experienced local candidates to apply. For those candidates located outside of Mount Isa, relocation support is available for this position to enable you and your family to live and work in Mount Isa.
Mount Isa
For 100 years, Mount Isa has been a thriving city, acting as the hub for regional business, transport, services and government in North West Queensland. The city offers an array of leisure activities, from dining and cinema to outdoor adventures like fishing and camping. With Mount Isa Mines, you get the best of both worlds – a thriving career and a fulfilling lifestyle.
Mount Isa Mines
Mount Isa Mines is one of the world's largest mining complexes. We operate two mining and processing streams, copper and zinc-lead-silver, to deliver natural resources of enduring value in modern society. Now’s the time to make your move to Mount Isa Mines. With major transformation initiatives shaping the future of our operations, we’re looking for key talent, especially local professionals and trades, to make an impact. This is more than a job; it’s long-term security, meaningful work and the opportunity to help build a stronger future for our region.
At Mount Isa Mines, we believe in our people. We cultivate an environment of professionalism, ownership, and innovation while prioritizing safety and well-being. Our employee rewards program, market-leading superannuation, and commitment to professional development set us apart. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au
Your Benefits:
- Competitive remuneration with 13% superannuation
- Access to Glencore Rewards including health insurance discounts, retail offers, and salary sacrifice options
- Employee Referral, Recognition & Reward programs
- Leadership development programs, Ambassador Programs and unrivalled career pathways
- The lifestyle advantage of a residential role in Mount Isa
About The Role
The Ventilation Officer reports directly to the Senior Ventilation Officer and plays a critical role in supporting the safe, efficient and compliant operation of George Fisher Mine’s underground ventilation systems. In this position, you will assist in developing, monitoring, auditing, and optimising ventilation controls and systems, ensuring air quality, airflow and environmental conditions meet statutory and site standards. This role forms part of the Technical Services team and works closely with operations, planning and engineering teams.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensure underground ventilation systems operate safely, efficiently and in compliance with statutory and site requirements.
- Monitor and optimise airflow, air quality and environmental conditions across underground operations.
- Identify ventilation risks (gas, heat, dust, airflow constraints) and implement practical mitigation strategies.
- Maintain and continuously improve ventilation models to support current operations and future planning.
- Provide clear, practical ventilation guidance to operations and planning teams.
- Support planning activities through ventilation input for development, stoping and infrastructure decisions.
- Ensure ventilation systems, controls and infrastructure are effectively monitored, maintained and performing as intended.
- Maintain accurate ventilation records, reporting and compliance documentation.
- Contribute to ventilation standards, procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Promote ventilation awareness and support safe work practices across site.
About you – skills and experience:
You will bring
- Broad knowledge of underground mining operations and ability to work independently or within a team.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in underground ventilation, with at least 2 years in underground metalliferous mining.
- Strong troubleshooting and fault finding skills in complex ventilation systems.
- Strong communication and problem solving capabilities with ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Proven ability to interpret ventilation data and implement practical controls
- Experience using Ventsim or equivalent ventilation modelling software
- Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
- Experience in environmental monitoring, heat management, or ventilation infrastructure installation.
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
At Glencore, our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to creating a workplace where our values guide everything we do. Safety is our first priority — we never compromise on it. We act with Integrity, choosing to do what’s right even when it’s challenging. We take Responsibility for our actions and strive to make a positive impact. Through Openness, we communicate honestly and encourage meaningful dialogue. We embrace Simplicity, focusing on what truly matters and avoiding unnecessary complexity. And with Entrepreneurialism, we welcome new ideas and continuously seek better, safer and more efficient ways of working.
If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a team that is committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey at Mount Isa Mines.
Don’t just take a job, secure a career and help build the future of our region. Apply today.
Applications Close: 8:00am Wednesday 12th August 2026