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Job highlights
Attractive roster of 14/14 (day and night shift)
Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Longevity and career development opportunities.
Job ID
27768/41921
Closing date
24/02/2026
Last Updated
10/02/2026
Planning Support Officer
McArthur River Mine Northern Territory
Glencore’s McArthur River Mine (MRM) is a world-class Zinc-Lead operation with a long and secure future. Located in the Gulf of Carpentaria, 900 km southeast of Darwin and just 64 km from Borroloola, MRM produces and processes Zinc, Lead and Silver from our open cut mining operations. These essential commodities are stored and transported via our Bing Bong loading facility and shipped to customers worldwide, supporting everyday products that enable mobility, infrastructure and communications.
The safety of our people is our number one priority. Our global SafeWork program is supported by comprehensive training, ensuring your skills can take you wherever you want to go within Glencore.
What We Offer
Roster: 14 days on 14 days off, supporting an excellent work-life balance
Superannuation: 13% superannuation to help secure your future
Career Progression: Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Glencore group
Salary Sacrifice: Options available for superannuation and vehicles
Glencore Rewards: Access to exclusive discounts with a wide range of well-known brands
Long-Life Mine: Work at a stable operation with strong future prospects.
About the Role
Grow your career in the mining industry and become a key member of our Metallurgy Maintenance team. Reporting to the Senior Reliability Engineer, the Planning Support Officer provides work scoping and planning support for maintenance activities across the processing plant.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the work scoping and planning of maintenance activities across the processing plant
Support Supervisors and Assistant Supervisors with detailed scoping of work requests
Assist with ordering and confirming required parts for maintenance tasks
Support planners with the creation and approval of work orders
Proactively identify and report opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance productivity and reduce costs
Participate in training and development aligned with Glencore’s core values
Comply with all environmental guidelines and procedures to support sustainable operations
Demonstrate strong safety awareness and actively promote a safety-first culture
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience maintaining processing plants, crushing facilities or similar environments
Experience in a similar role is highly advantageous
Trade qualification as a Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter
Current Working at Heights and Confined Space tickets are desirable but not essential
A proactive problem-solver with a strong attention to detail
A collaborative team player with a positive, can-do attitude
A genuine commitment to contributing to McArthur River Mine and the broader Glencore team
At McArthur River Mine, we support the Northern Territory first and strongly encourage applications from Territorians or candidates willing to relocate.
Glencore employees applying for this role may be required to discuss their application with their Supervisor or Manager prior to interview.
For further information, please contact mrmjobs@glencore.com.au.
Please note: Interviews may commence, and appointments may be made, prior to the closing date.
Job highlights
Attractive roster of 14/14 (day and night shift)
Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Longevity and career development opportunities.
Job ID
27768/41921
Closing date
24/02/2026
Last Updated
10/02/2026
Planning Support Officer
McArthur River Mine Northern Territory
Glencore’s McArthur River Mine (MRM) is a world-class Zinc-Lead operation with a long and secure future. Located in the Gulf of Carpentaria, 900 km southeast of Darwin and just 64 km from Borroloola, MRM produces and processes Zinc, Lead and Silver from our open cut mining operations. These essential commodities are stored and transported via our Bing Bong loading facility and shipped to customers worldwide, supporting everyday products that enable mobility, infrastructure and communications.
The safety of our people is our number one priority. Our global SafeWork program is supported by comprehensive training, ensuring your skills can take you wherever you want to go within Glencore.
What We Offer
Roster: 14 days on 14 days off, supporting an excellent work-life balance
Superannuation: 13% superannuation to help secure your future
Career Progression: Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Glencore group
Salary Sacrifice: Options available for superannuation and vehicles
Glencore Rewards: Access to exclusive discounts with a wide range of well-known brands
Long-Life Mine: Work at a stable operation with strong future prospects.
About the Role
Grow your career in the mining industry and become a key member of our Metallurgy Maintenance team. Reporting to the Senior Reliability Engineer, the Planning Support Officer provides work scoping and planning support for maintenance activities across the processing plant.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the work scoping and planning of maintenance activities across the processing plant
Support Supervisors and Assistant Supervisors with detailed scoping of work requests
Assist with ordering and confirming required parts for maintenance tasks
Support planners with the creation and approval of work orders
Proactively identify and report opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance productivity and reduce costs
Participate in training and development aligned with Glencore’s core values
Comply with all environmental guidelines and procedures to support sustainable operations
Demonstrate strong safety awareness and actively promote a safety-first culture
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience maintaining processing plants, crushing facilities or similar environments
Experience in a similar role is highly advantageous
Trade qualification as a Boilermaker or Mechanical Fitter
Current Working at Heights and Confined Space tickets are desirable but not essential
A proactive problem-solver with a strong attention to detail
A collaborative team player with a positive, can-do attitude
A genuine commitment to contributing to McArthur River Mine and the broader Glencore team
At McArthur River Mine, we support the Northern Territory first and strongly encourage applications from Territorians or candidates willing to relocate.
Glencore employees applying for this role may be required to discuss their application with their Supervisor or Manager prior to interview.
For further information, please contact mrmjobs@glencore.com.au.
Please note: Interviews may commence, and appointments may be made, prior to the closing date.
