Why this role stands out
This role offers genuine opportunities for career advancement and skill development within a high-performance, record-breaking longwall operation, backed by a competitive salary and regional allowance. You'll thrive here if you're a mid-senior engineer eager to lead and develop automation initiatives in a supportive and respectful team environment. Apply to advance your career and contribute to a world-class mining operation.
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Job description
Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life. Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation. Competitive Salary and Regional Allowance Opportunity to join a record breaking, high performance longwall operation Genuine opportunities to develop.
For questions about the role, contact Lauren Morton .
About Ulan WestUlan West is a modern, high production underground longwall coal mine in the Western Coalfields of NSW. Commissioned in 2012 and built with best in class equipment and safety systems, we deliver outstanding operational results while keeping our people safe. Our team culture is proud, supportive and tightly knit - if you want to belong to a workplace where people are seen, heard and respected, this is it.
The Role Lead, drive and develop the Automation across the longwall department to assist in continuous business improvement. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role is responsible for delivering world class management and security of mission critical mining systems and the supporting automation systems used across the Ulan West Longwall. Ulan West operates a world class longwall with a surface control room with remote operation and management of the shearer; powered roof supports and coal clearance.
Your key responsibilities will include the implementation of GCAA/Ulan West standards for the operational technology (OT) networks. You will support process control networks, SCADA and Control and Automation systems for Komatsu Shearers, Komatsu Power Roof Supports (RS20S), Komatsu PLC control BSL/AFC and Ampcontrol Power and Control. You will be a member of the first response team for issues with Longwall automation, OT networks and applications, using your skills to rapidly restore functionality when issues arise. Working proactively, you will establish broad relationships such that you can effectively troubleshoot issues and influence outcomes. You will complete these duties with a focus on building the capacity of site resources to design, develop and maintain the longwall automation systems.
It would also be advantageous to hold a tertiary qualification in electrical or mechanical or software engineering or other relevant field, at either Advanced Diploma or Bachelor level. You must have a demonstrated and in-depth knowledge of the operation of a modern longwall.
What we offerWork with state of the art longwall equipment and modern underground infrastructure A genuine team culture - comradery, mutual respect and a supportive environment Clear development pathways for all roles Competitive salary and benefits (details provided on application)
Employee Benefits- Gym Subsidies and Pool
- Season Passes
- Access to Glencore's Fit for Life program - including retail and health discounts
- Relocation assistance
- Novated Leasing & Salary Packaging
- Remote area housing assistance (salary sacrifice options)
- Early Intervention Programs
- EAP Assistance
Based at Ulan West, about a 45min drive from Mudgee, NSW. Availability of Primary and High Schools in the area State of the art Sporting Complex New Hospital and Health Care Facilities Lively community, with markets, music and festivals Award-winning wine region 3.5 hours to Newcastle and Sydney
Residential role - onsite Monday to Friday.
Ulan West is an equal opportunity employer.
We value diversity and welcome people who will bring a positive, safety focused approach to our team.
Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.
Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.
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