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Construction Glencore International AG

Job Description

Rolleston Open Cut is a 16Mtpa thermal coal mine located in the southern Bowen Basin in Central Queensland. With a long life of mine and low operating costs, the mine has a bright outlook. Since 2005, we have grown to become one of the largest surface mines in Australia, whilst continuing to foster a culture underpinned by safety, achievement, flexibility and teamwork to improve the skills of each and every person on the mine site every day. We are a hands‑on team who all work together to meet our objectives. No job or day is the same with us, and we never miss an opportunity to share, learn and improve.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Job Description About the Role An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic and successful Maintenance team at Rolleston Open Cut. Reporting to the Engineering Superintendent, you will play a key role in strengthening asset performance, maintenance strategy and reliability outcomes across site. As a valued member of the team, you will be responsible for:

Providing technical advice and engineering support across the business

Actively reviewing and improving engineering standards, procedures and maintenance strategies to enhance safety, equipment performance and productivity

Monitoring equipment performance metrics and identifying targeted improvement initiatives

Leading and facilitating reliability processes including FMECA and Root Cause Analysis

Maintaining awareness of industry best practice and sharing learnings across the business

Supporting budget and forecast processes related to sustaining capital and maintenance expenditure

Mentoring and supporting engineers, planners and reliability personnel to build technical capability on site

About you The be successful in this role, you will have:

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Strong technical capability supported by well‑developed professional judgement and practical site experience

The ability to prioritise competing work demands, manage resources effectively and think strategically beyond immediate tasks

Demonstrated problem‑solving capability

Experience working with maintenance management systems such as SAP (or equivalent CMMS)

Sound understanding of maintenance strategy principles and asset lifecycle management

The ability to translate operational data into actionable improvement strategies

Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across operational and leadership teams

High level of initiative, accountability and ownership

An excellent safety mindset with the ability to positively influence culture and performance at Rolleston

About Rolleston Open Cut We have worked hard to foster a culture that is guided by our People Values, to ensure our employees feel they

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rewarded .

Here are just some of the benefits we offer:

Option to work a compressed 9 day‑fortnight compressed work arrangement

Highly competitive remuneration package

Annual short‑term performance bonus

Above award Annual Leave entitlement

Permanent camp rooms in the village based on the mining lease

Gym, pool, and tennis court facilities at a family‑friendly village

Inclusive culture that promotes real change

Passionate and dedicated leadership team

Professional training and development opportunities, including up‑skilling, and education assistance for all positions

Generous private health insurance benefit

Fit for Life Program offers exclusive discounts and access to a range of educational tools to build the skills to help you remain fit for life.

Hertz hire vehicle discount

The ability to salary sacrifice flights, super and novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program through Converge International

Apply now at glencore.com/careers

For further information please contact RollestonHR@glencore.com.au

All internal applicants should discuss their interest in this position with their Manager prior to submitting an application.

If you value achievement, career progression, a challenge and are keen to continue to develop and learn, we welcome your application.

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Job Details

Posted Date: February 28, 2026
Job Type: Construction
Location: au
Company: Glencore International AG

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