Bricklayer

Bricklayer

Qld Metallurgical Operations, Maintenance, Copper Smelter & MPS, Refractory

Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia

Ref No.105281

Mount Isa Mines is currently seeking experienced and motivated Refractory Technicians / Bricklayers to join our refractory maintenance team supporting operations across the:

Copper Smelter

Lead Smelter

Power Station

Acid Plant

Mount Isa Mines

There’s never been a better time to join Mount Isa Mines. As we deliver significant transformation projects on site, we’re creating stable, long-term opportunities for people who want to build their careers where they live. We’re committed to attracting and developing local talent, backing our workforce and investing in a future that supports our people and our community.

Stay local. Build your future. Apply now.

The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor Refractory, successful applicants will be responsible for carrying out refractory installation, maintenance, demolition and associated civil works across multiple fixed plant assets in a heavy industrial environment.

This role requires flexibility to work both day and night shift rosters, including shutdowns, breakdown maintenance and project work.

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be involved in all aspects of refractory maintenance and installation, including:

Refractory bricklaying and furnace lining installation

Partial and full relines of furnaces, converters, launders and process vessels

Installation and repair of refractory castables

Cold gunning and hot gunning operations

Ramming works and refractory patching

Acid proof brick and lining installation

Refractory demolition using hand tools and mechanical equipment

Brokk robotic demolition operation

Reading and interpreting refractory drawings and installation procedures

Working safely within confined spaces, hot work environments and shutdown conditions

General labouring and all aspects of civil construction associated with refractory maintenance activities

Maintaining high housekeeping and safety standards across all work areas

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role you will possess:

Trade qualification in Bricklaying/Refractory or demonstrated refractory industry experience

Experience working within smelters, mineral processing plants, refineries, steelworks or heavy industry environments

Experience in refractory installation, demolition and maintenance

Experience with

Castables

Gunning processes

Ramming applications

Acid proof lining systems

Furnace and vessel relines

Brokk operating experience highly regarded

Ability to interpret refractory drawings and technical specifications

Strong commitment to safety and hazard awareness

Ability to work effectively within shutdown and maintenance teams

Physically fit and capable of manual work in demanding environments

Willingness to work rotating day and night shift rosters

Applications close: 8.00am Wednesday 23rd September 2026