Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.
About The Role
Our Automation Engineer supports our Underground Mining Operations by providing automation technical support to our mine site covering key surface and underground infrastructure including but not limited to conveyors, various panel equipment and ventilation fans.
This role will be worked as a 9 day fortnight and will be based on site in Narrabri, NSW. Relocation assistance will be offered to the successful candidate if not already residing in the Gunnedah Basin.
What You’ll Do
- Design, install, maintain and configure site automation systems for both surface and underground operations
- Provide on-site technical and break down support and expertise to minimise or eliminate downtime
- Lead and participate in projects to upgrade existing site automation systems and new equipment and infrastructure including control system design, development, testing and commissioning
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
What You’ll Bring
- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, or another relevant field
- Expertise in PLCs (Allen-Bradley) and SCADA (PlantScada / Citect) systems
- Experience in OT networking, including the integration and maintenance of network infrastructure for automation and control systems
- Experience with PC based programming languages, databases and reporting eg (Python, Java, C++, SQL and SSRS) would be highly valued
- Strong problem-solving skills for technical issues within mining and other heavy industry
Why Whitehaven Coal?
- 5:4 Roster (9-day fortnights) for Residential and DIDO employees
- Career Development, Mentorship and Coaching
- Full Relocation Packages
- Attractive Salary and Bonus Scheme + $1k Company Shares
- 26 weeks Paid Parental Leave
Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We are striving for an inclusive workplace that brings people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes applicants of diversity of gender, culture and experience.
Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment
Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.
To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
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