Glencore’s McArthur River Mine (MRM) is one of the world’s largest zinc–lead mines with a strong future ahead. Located in the Gulf of Carpentaria, 900 km southeast of Darwin and 64 km from Borroloola, we produce and process zinc, lead and silver from our open cut operation. These essential commodities are then exported worldwide, supporting mobility, infrastructure, and communications.
As the Electrical Superintendent, you will be accountable for the safe, efficient and effective management of electrical infrastructure across the Mine with a focus on the Mill and Port operations. You will provide strong safety leadership, oversee maintenance execution, and guide a skilled team of electrical professionals to achieve business outcomes that align with MRM’s strategic objectives.
Benefits
- Roster 9 Days on/5 Days off
- 13% superannuation
- FIFO roster from Darwin (potential for support with interstate travel if unable to relocate to NT)
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Salary packaging and employee rewards program
- Be part of a supportive team at one of Australia’s largest mining operations
Key Accountabilities
- Lead safety performance and embed a proactive safety culture across the Electrical Infrastructure function.
- Oversee electrical infrastructure maintenance, spares management, condition monitoring, life extension and replacement planning.
- Manage instrumentation, control systems, and local IT and communication networks.
- Deliver effective maintenance scheduling, project execution and asset management practices.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure realisation of measurable operational benefits.
- Ensure full compliance with statutory, environmental and electrical licence obligations.
- Manage financial performance, cost control and budgeting for the Electrical Infrastructure function.
- Lead and develop a capable, high-performing team focused on safe and efficient delivery.
About You
You are an experienced electrical leader who combines strong technical expertise with proven capability in managing people, systems and performance in a mining or minerals processing environment.
Essential qualifications and experience:
- Trade or Degree qualification
- Ability to hold the MRM’s electrical contractor’s licence
- High Voltage Switching qualification
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in electrical infrastructure management, ideally in mining or minerals processing
- Strong knowledge of asset maintenance systems, processes, and financial management principles
- Demonstrated understanding of minerals processing systems and interdependencies
- Proven experience in risk, safety, and compliance management
- Demonstrated leadership in developing people and building high-performance teams
For more information, contact
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Current Glencore employees interested in this role are encouraged to discuss their application with their supervisor or manager before an interview.
Please note: Interviews may be conducted, and offers made prior to the closing date.
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