A Lab Technician at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for carrying out sampling, preparation, and laboratory testing of ore and product samples. The role includes operating analytical equipment, recording results, maintaining lab safety standards, and assisting with quality assurance programs. Lab Technicians provide the data needed to monitor plant performance and product specifications.
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The Fingerboards Critical Minerals Project will generate around 400 jobs during construction, followed by approximately 300 ongoing, permanent operational roles once construction is complete.
These roles will deliver long-term economic and social benefits by creating trainable, locally focused opportunities across East Gippsland in construction, mechanical services, electrical trades, and mobile equipment operations.
Importantly, many of these roles can be redeployed from industries scheduled to close in the region, such as energy and timber, supporting workforce stability in East Gippsland. GCM is partnering with local training and education providers to establish tailored training and apprenticeship programs, strengthening the local skills, and creating pathways into sustainable regional careers across trades, agriculture, and science.
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These are our current job opportunities. We’ll continue to update this page as new positions become available. If you’d like to be considered for future roles, you can submit a general expression of interest through the application form.
Trainee - Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Applications are now closed.
We’re seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Conservation and Ecosystem Management Trainee. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental rehabilitation, native vegetation management, and property maintenance while completing a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management).
You’ll work across multiple GCM sites including our native seed production facility, where you’ll play a vital role in growing indigenous grasses and flowers for restoration works. As you develop your skillset, you’ll progressively take on greater responsibilities.
Backing East-Gippsland First
Local business opportunities
GCM has a Gippsland-First Procurement Policy to ensure preference for Gippsland-based suppliers and contractors who employ local residents and align with strong health, safety, environmental and ethical standards. This approach will generate substantial local business opportunities in areas such as fabrication, maintenance, logistics, and supply, while supporting underrepresented groups including First Nations peoples, women, youth, and displaced workers.
If you’re a local business, contractor or service provider interested in working with GCM, the first step is to register your interest so we understand local capability and can connect businesses with upcoming opportunities as the project progresses. Opportunities will be released progressively, and registering your details helps ensure you’re considered as relevant packages arise.
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- Laboratory
Full time | On-site
- Processing – Production
Full time | On-site
Est. 5 jobs
Plant / Production Metallurgist
A Plant / Production Metallurgist at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for monitoring and analysing daily plant performance to ensure maximum recovery and throughput. The role includes sampling, data analysis, troubleshooting plant issues, and supporting operational teams with technical guidance. Plant Metallurgists play a key role in bridging metallurgical research with operational outcomes.
- Safety, Health & Environment (SH&E)
Full time | On-site
Est. 5 jobs
Rehab Operator
A Rehab Operator at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for operating machinery and equipment to carry out land rehabilitation works. The role includes soil movement, revegetation, drainage works, and maintaining rehabilitated areas in line with environmental and closure plans.
- Mining – Technical
Full time | On-site
Est. 5 jobs
Mine Planner
A Mine Planner at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for developing short-term and medium-term mine schedules to meet production targets. The role includes designing pit layouts, sequencing extraction, optimising haulage routes, and liaising with geologists and engineers. Mine Planners ensure that mining operations are aligned with resource models and project objectives.
- Finance
Full time | On-site
Est. 5 jobs
Accountant
An Accountant at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for preparing accurate financial records and reports to support site operations. The role includes managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, assisting with audits, monitoring compliance with taxation requirements, and supporting the Finance Manager with budgeting and forecasting. Accountants ensure the financial integrity of the project and contribute to effective decision-making.
- Surveying
Full time | On-site
Est. 5 jobs
Mine Surveyor
A Mine Surveyor at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for providing accurate survey data to support mine planning and operational activities. The role includes preparing survey plans, conducting field surveys, maintaining survey control points, and ensuring compliance with mining regulations. Mine Surveyors play a critical role in supporting safe pit development, rehabilitation, and long-term resource extraction.