Crane Operator

Job highlights

Residential Role Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia Working in a diverse productive team

Job ID

103471

Closing date

13/07/2026

Last Updated

29/06/2026

Processing, Zinc/Lead Concentrator - Maintenance Support

Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia

Ref. No. 103471

Mount Isa Mines is currently seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Crane Operator to join the team, operating 18 & 20-tonne cranes primarily within the Zinc Lead Concentrator. This role also provides crane support across the Lead Smelter, Copper Smelter, and George Fisher Mine (GFM). You’ll play a key role in executing complex lifts, supporting maintenance activities, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of mobile lifting equipment across multiple processing areas.

Reporting to the Supervisor – Coordinator Maintenance, you will work a 56-hour week roster with the flexibility to support call-ins and after-hours work as required by operational demands.

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.

At Mount Isa Mines, we believe in our people. We cultivate an environment of professionalism, ownership, and innovation while prioritising 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

The successful candidate will be responsible for

Operate the cranage safely and effectively in line with operational and project requirements Plan and execute complex lifting operations to support maintenance and project activities across the Zinc Lead Concentrator, Lead Smelter, Copper Smelter, and GFM Perform lifting tasks in accordance with lift plans, safety procedures, and site standards Support shutdowns, infrastructure upgrades, and other fixed plant project work Assist with mobilisation/demobilisation of mobile equipment and site logistics Load/unload trucks and provide general support to the maintenance and workshop teams as required

You will have the following skillset and attributes:

High Risk Work Licence – C0 (Crane) – mandatory Dogging (DG) and Basic Rigging (RB) tickets – mandatory HR (Heavy Rigid) Licence – mandatory CN (Non-slewing mobile crane) and CB (Bridge and gantry crane) tickets – desirable EWP (Elevated Work Platform) High Risk Ticket Forklift - High Risk Ticket Experience operating mobile cranes in a heavy industrial or mining environment Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills SAP experience desirable Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Applications Close: 8:00am Monday, 13 July 2026