About MRM

Our People

Santiago ZaldumbideA message from the Chief Executive of Xstrata Zinc 

Within Xstrata Zinc's international portfolio spanning Europe, Canada and Australia, McArthur River Mine is an important asset.

As the leading global bulk producer of zinc concentrate, MRM services a specific market within which there is high and growing demand, particularly within Asia.

Xstrata Zinc is committed to MRM’s long-term future. Our investment in the mine’s open pit development and concentrator expansion assured an extended mine life and higher rate of production which will continue to contribute positively to our business unit’s performance within the Xstrata plc group.

Santiago Zaldumbide
Chief Executive Xstrata Zinc
Executive Director Xstrata plc

 

Brian HearneA message from the Xstrata Zinc Australia Chief Operating Officer

Xstrata is one of the world’s largest zinc miners and producers.

Australia plays a key role in Xstrata’s global business strategy and international portfolio.

With world-class operations spread across the country and strong production rates Australia continues to be one of Xstrata Zinc’s most important commodity bases.

Expanding our local Australian operations and our continued investment in new technology is enabling us to fully realise the outstanding quality of our Australian zinc deposits.

We recognise our success will not be dictated by international commodity prices, but by a long-term strategy driven by low-cost production, advanced technology, quality assets and a sustainable approach to business where health and safety continues to be the highest priority.

As one of our key Australian operations, MRM is an example of how we are getting this right and delivering positive long-term benefits to Xstrata, the mining industry and the Northern Territory.

Brian Hearne 
Chief Operating Officer
Xstrata Zinc Australia

 
A message from the MRM General Manager

In line with Xstrata’s commitment to sustainable development, we at MRM have designed and continuously improve our operations to ensure we are integrating strategies benefiting our people, the community, our surrounding environment and the Northern Territory and Australian economies.

MRM is a metallurgically complex and technically challenging mine. For our employees, this offers the potential for interesting opportunities to learn and develop as professionals within the mining industry. We invest in our people and offer the benefits of inspiring jobs and competitive remuneration conditions with the flexibility of a fly-in, fly-out roster. The health and safety of all employees is our highest priority. 

Since the mine was established in 1995, we have maintained a close and direct working relationship with the community in and around the town of Borroloola and the wider Gulf region. In addition to sponsorships and donations supporting community initiatives and our participation in community planning forums, we also support the socio-economic development of the region through the MRM Community Benefits Trust in partnership with the Northern Territory Government and community members.

Critically though, we are conscious that our protection of the environment and effective management of all potential impacts from the mining operation is the essential to its sustainability. We are committed to preserving Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and protecting the long-term health, function and viability of the environment in a way that consistently meets our stringent standards and the standards provided by regulatory requirements.

This website provides you with extensive information on all aspects of the MRM operation. 

Ettienne Moller
General Manager
McArthur River Mining