A Shift Operator at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for operating processing plant equipment safely and efficiently during shift cycles. The role includes monitoring plant conditions, carrying out routine inspections, responding to process upsets, and supporting production targets. Shift Operators are critical to maintaining consistent and safe operations on a 24/7 basis.
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Local jobs and local opportunities
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.
Junior Engineer - Mining and Processing
The Junior Engineer supports the technical, operational, and environmental workstreams of the Fingerboards Project, contributing to the design, development, and optimisation of mining and processing systems. This position provides hands-on experience across multiple engineering disciplines — mining, mineral processing, environmental management, and site infrastructure — while ensuring GCM’s commitment to safety, sustainability, and community benefit is upheld.
The role suits a graduate or early-career engineer eager to develop strong technical and professional skills within a collaborative and high-performing project team, while contributing to one of Victoria’s most significant critical mineral developments.
Senior Engineer - Mining and Processing
The Senior Engineer plays a leading role in planning, design, and execution of the Fingerboards Project’s technical operations. Responsible for overseeing engineering studies, process optimisation, and commissioning, this position ensures the integration of mining, processing, and environmental systems to achieve operational and sustainability objectives.
The Senior Engineer will guide project teams and contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes in alignment with GCM’s standards of safety, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. This is a key leadership role in delivering one of Australia’s most advanced critical mineral projects.
Our Approach to Procurement
Backing Gippsland first
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 fabrication, maintenance, logistics, and supply, while supporting underrepresented groups including First Nations peoples, women, youth, and displaced workers. Beyond direct employment, GCM’s community partnerships and sponsorships program is building capacity and inclusion across East Gippsland.
In 2025, GCM spent $46,650 towards initiatives that promote education, First Nations empowerment, and regional resilience – building a pipeline of skilled local workers, supporting small business participation, and fostering inclusive economic growth that will endure well beyond the life of the project. The Project’s freight rail reinstatement between Melbourne and Bairnsdale will generate additional regional employment in logistics, warehousing, and maintenance, supporting the broader economic growth of East Gippsland.
In 2026, GCM will work with community to further build out its Community Benefits program to ensure the people of East Gippsland are the true beneficiaries of this Project for the long term.
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- Processing – Production
Full time | On-site
- Laboratory
Full time | On-site
Est. 5 jobs
Laboratory Supervisor
A Laboratory Supervisor at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for leading the site laboratory team to deliver accurate and timely analysis of ore, process samples, and product quality. The role includes overseeing daily lab operations, ensuring compliance with testing standards, maintaining equipment calibration, managing sample flows, and mentoring laboratory staff. The Laboratory Supervisor ensures reliable data is available to support production and metallurgical decision-making.
- 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.
- 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.
- Supply & Logistics
Full time | On-site
Est. 5 jobs
Logistics Officer
A Logistics Officer at the Fingerboards Project has responsibility for coordinating the movement of goods, equipment, and materials to and from site. The role includes planning transport schedules, managing freight providers, monitoring supply chain performance, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Logistics Officers play a critical role in keeping site operations supplied and running efficiently.
- 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.