Glencore Coal Careers

Senior Mine Surveyor

Clermont, QLD, Australia Full time

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

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

Clermont Open Cut is currently seeking a Senior Mine Surveyor to join our high performing Technical Services department onsite. Located on the western edge of the Bowen Basin, Clermont Open Cut is a high performing truck & shovel operation that produces 12 million tonnes of coal per annum. Clermont Open Cut Operation is a safe, dynamic, and inclusive workplace focused on delivering high performance outcomes. Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, this role will offer variety and opportunity to the right individual.

In this role key responsibilities will include:

  • Ensuring your area of responsibility remains economically sustainable through the establishment of regular reviews of the survey systems and resource needs, reinforcing the performance needs of the survey team within your scope of responsibility

  • Preparation of statutory mine plans

  • Providing and coordinating the effective delivery of survey services and support for Clermont operations

  • Provision of survey field controls and additional survey services in accordance with relevant key stakeholder requirements

Requirements of the role include:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Surveying

  • Registration as a Mine Surveyor OC

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Deswik, Vulcan, Agisoft Metashape, Point Studio, DJI Terra, Global Mapper and ArcGIS highly desirable

  • Proficiency in using Maptek Isite Scanners, Leica Total stations and GPS

  • Remote pilot licence with AROC certification RPA/UAV and experience with multi-rotor DJI 350, Mavic 4, and VTOL Griffin Pro

  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, logical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently while maintaining a team focus

  • Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive relationships, proactive attitude to safety, a strong work ethic, and leadership capabilities

  • QLD Drivers Licence

This role requires a safety conscious candidate prepared to challenge the norm, drive continuous improvement and who can demonstrate experience in implementing best practise using a hands-on approach.

What we offer:

  • Highly competitive remuneration package including an annual short-term incentive bonus

  • Nine-day fortnight (5/2/4/3) work pattern available

  • Fully funded FIFO from Brisbane

  • DIDO and Residential options also available

  • Village Accommodation for DIDO/FIFO

  • Professional development, tailored training opportunities and a generous education assistance program

  • Healthy Lifestyle reimbursement scheme, up to $5000 per year

  • Heavily subsidised Company housing along with a generous local living allowance when residing locally in local community of Clermont

  • Relocation Assistance

  • Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave

Clermont is only one and a quarter hour drive from Emerald, three-and-half hour drive from Mackay and a five-hour drive from Townsville. We have a diverse group of people employed at our operation who choose to commute from multiple locations across Queensland along with those who live locally within the Isaac Region.

If you’re passionate and driven, and can operate within a dynamic environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact and join a team focused on fostering a culture that empowers and supports our most valuable asset, our people. Clermont Open Cut isn’t your typical coal mine.

See what it’s really like working at Clermont Open Cut by watching our ‘Day in the Life’ video

Applications Close: 25 November 2025

All internal employees should discuss their application with their immediate Manager prior to applying for this role.

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