Glencore’s Jackie Rose-Meyer named Exceptional Woman in Queensland Resources

Media release
Mount Isa, Australia

Glencore is proud to celebrate the achievements of four outstanding employees who were recognised at the 2025 QRC/WIMARQ Resources Awards for Women.

The annual event was part of the WIMARQ International Women’s Day celebrations, honouring women who make significant contributions to the Queensland resources sector and acknowledging individuals and companies championing diversity and inclusion.

Jackie Rose-Meyer takes top honour

Jackie Rose-Meyer, Regional Head of Studies, Global Capital Studies, was named the Exceptional Woman in Queensland Resources. This award recognises her exemplary leadership, dedication and contribution to the resources industry. Jackie’s expertise and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in driving innovation and fostering inclusivity in the sector.

Glencore’s distinguished finalists

In addition to Jackie’s remarkable win, three other Glencore employees were honoured as finalists in their respective categories:

Akala Street, Mechanical Engineer, Glencore Technology, was Runner Up of the Exceptional Young Woman in Queensland Resources Award

Nandini Jaysree, Superintendent SAP Systems, Regional Information Systems and Technology, was Highly Commended in the Exceptional Woman in Queensland Resources Technological Innovation category

Makaela Coster, Mine Assistant, George Fisher Mine, was Highly Commended in the Exceptional Tradeswoman/Operator/Technician category

“These awards highlight the incredible talent within our workforce,” said Sam Strohmayr, Chief Operating Officer, Zinc Australia.

“Jackie’s win is an outstanding achievement, and we are equally proud of Nandini, Akala and Makaela for their contributions and well-deserved recognition. Their dedication and leadership continue to drive positive change in the industry.”

About the QRC/WIMARQ Awards

The QRC/WIMARQ Resources Awards for Women celebrate excellence across the Queensland resources sector, showcasing the significant contributions of women at all levels of the industry. The seven award categories reflect the diversity of roles within the sector and recognise individuals and companies championing diversity and inclusion.

Glencore remains committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce and congratulates all the award recipients and finalists on their well-deserved recognition.

For further information, please contact:

Kate Collins
m: +61 408 129 909
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About Glencore Australia

In Australia, Glencore produces coal, zinc, nickel, cobalt, copper, lead and silver from 22 active mining operations. We also operate metals processing assets in Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory, including concentrators, smelters and refineries.

We are among Australia’s largest producers and marketers of natural resources, connecting Australian resources with industrial customers around the world. Through our diverse portfolio, we responsibly supply the resources that advance everyday life.

We employ 17,460 people in Australia and in 2023 contributed almost $23.5 billion to the regional, state and national economies. This included spend of $12.9 billion with 7,000 businesses across the country, as well as $8.2 billion in government tax and royalty payments.

We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace for our people, to respecting the environment, to engaging openly and constructively with the Traditional Owners on whose lands we operate and to bringing value to local communities.

We will support the global effort to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement through our efforts to decarbonise our own operational footprint. We believe that we should take a holistic approach and have considered our commitment through the lens of our global industrial emissions. For more information see our 2024-2026 Climate Action Transition Plan and the About our emissions calculation and reporting section in our 2023 Annual Report, available on our website at glencore.com/publications. 

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About Mount Isa Mines

Mount Isa Mines operates two separate mining and processing streams, copper and zinc-lead-silver, to deliver natural resources that have enduring roles in our society. The site hosts the world’s largest zinc resource base, as well as the biggest network of underground mine development in the world.

The operations include two copper underground mines, two zinc underground mines, the copper concentrator and smelter, as well as the zinc-lead concentrator, lead smelter and zinc filter plant. Together, these represent one of Australia’s largest industrial complexes.

As well as the Australian market, our products are exported to countries throughout Asia, Europe and the United Kingdom, contributing billions of dollars to the Australian economy every year. We provide work for about 3,500 employees and contractors and are dedicated to supporting local people, local businesses, and creating strong links between our operations and the city of Mount Isa.

For more information, visit www.mountisamines.com.au