Job Description

Please note:
These positions are based in Mt Isa, and applicants are to currently reside in the Mt Isa region or be willing to relocate to Mt Isa to be considered. Relocation assistance may be available for suitable candidates.

About Us:

MCA Engineering is a trusted leader in delivering innovative solutions and expert advice to the minerals and construction sectors across Australia. With a focus on excellence, we pride ourselves on building success through the experience, knowledge, and skills of our dedicated team. Our expertise spans mining, industrial, and construction sectors, where we’ve delivered a range of complex, challenging projects—big and small.

At MCA, we’re committed to safety, quality, environment and continual improvement, providing
our clients with industry-leading services backed by a dedicated team of professionals.

The Role:

MCA Engineering has developed a dedicated and motivated workforce with a broad range of expertise and a sincere customer focus. Due to an increase in work in Mt Isa, we are seeking experienced local personnel to join our team for a 12–18 month surface project, including:

• Concreters
• Carpenters
• Fitters
• Poly Welders
• Trade Assistants
• Operators

Starting Indicative Pay Rates (under Enterprise Agreement):

• Trade Assistant (Level 2): $45.70/hr
• Poly Welder (Level 5/6): $57-61/hr
• Operator (Level 5/6): $57-61/hr
• Concreters / Carpenters / Fitters (Level 6): $61.39/hr
  ( Rates dependent on skills, experience, and role)

What We Offer:

• Long-term project work (12–18 months)
• Surface-based role
• Immediate start
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for future work and ongoing projects
• Career growth, training and upskilling opportunities
• Relocation assistance

About You:

• Locally based in Mt Isa
• Current driver’s licence
• Relevant qualifications and tickets
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Strong safety focus and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Mining experience is advantageous
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical and D&A testing
• Operators must have either crane, or excavator, bobcat & loader licence
• Concreters must have experience in concrete finishing, including smoothing, leveling, and surface detailing
• Additional tickets and experience that would be highly regarded include: Rigging, Dogging, Franna Non Slew, Excavator ticket, HR Licence

Know someone suitable? MCA employees can take advantage of our referral program and earn a
cash bonus for successful hires.

To apply, click on the “Apply Now” button or please send through your resume and cover letter
to recruitment@mcagroup.com.au.