Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

11 hours ago

Northern QLD, Australia Glencore Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Glencore Technology

Townsville, Queensland, Australia

Ref. No. GT1512A

Glencore Technology delivers world leading mineral processing, leaching, electrolytic and smelting solutions to clients globally. Our products include the IsaMill, Jameson Cell, ISASMELT, Albion Process and ISAKIDD technologies. We combine great technology with a small, dynamic team. We partner with clients to deliver solutions that combine process design, engineering design, training, commissioning, and ongoing support for the life of their projects.

We are seeking an experienced site electrical & instrumentation technician join our IsaKIDD team in Townsville. The electrical & instrumentation technician will work together with the IsaKidd engineering team & plate production team to support on-site cathode plate manufacturing tasks. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to conduct on-site auditing, shop testing and commissioning of electrode handling machines, which are located at our client and vendor's facilities both domestic and internationally. You will report directly to the IsaKidd Principal Mechanical Engineer.

You will be responsible for:

  • Support the development, investigation, and implementation of Glencore Technology machine projects (including but not limited to automation) and our other technologies.
  • Fault-finding, maintenance, and repair of the cathode plate manufacturing facility to ensure optimal operation.
  • Conduct routine electrode handling machine audits to support our clients and external stakeholders
  • Troubleshooting and optimizing PLCs, robotics, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
  • Maintaining and building strong relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure long-term success.
  • Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver project goals effectively.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Mechanical maintenance experience working with PLC, Robotics, pneumatic and Hydraulic machinery
  • Experience in Copper/Zinc refineries or electrowinning maintenance is highly desirable
  • Engineering qualification or specific industry and practical experience
  • Electrical and automation experience is advantageous
  • Experience in mining and/or mass production is advantageous
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate technical and commercial issues with clients.

Why you should choose us:

  • External Education Assistance Program
  • GT's Leadership Program (2-day, Glencore Technology only, course that aims to share our culture as quickly as possible and focuses on fostering effective communication).
  • Preferred health providers offering corporate discounts
  • Car leasing opportunities
  • Glencore Rewards Program (discounts at many popular stores including Woolworths).

Applications close:  7am Monday 22nd September 2025

Please note applications will only be accepted via our Careers Page at

If you have any questions, please email

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