Dev Superintendent – Underground Coal, 9‑Day Fortnight

Peabody Energy; Isaac Regional; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

FIFO from Brisbane

Relocation support

Bonus included

Long mine life 40+ years

Job summary

Peabody Energy's Centurion mine in Queensland seeks a Development Superintendent to lead development crews and drive the strategy for the 2026 longwall restart, delivering safe, efficient metre production.

Reporting to the Mining Manager, you will manage multiple sections, mentor a diverse workforce, and collaborate with Tech Services, Ventilation and Maintenance to optimise cycle times, equipment reliability and face safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in underground coal development.
• Hold QLD Statutory Supervisor qualifications (S1, S2, S3, G2).
• Second Class or First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of continuous miners, bolting systems and underground infra.
• Experience in high gas or complex strata environments in NSW/QLD.
• Meter-focused mindset with zero-harm operations commitment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily development operations, meeting advance rates and targets safely.
• Drive proactive hazard identification and behavioural safety compliance.
• Collaborate with Tech Services and Ventilation to manage strata and gas drainage.
• Lead, mentor and upskill a diverse development workforce.
• Identify smarter ways to optimize cycle times, equipment reliability and face efficiency.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to maximise equipment availability and minimise downtime.

Education

QLD Statutory Supervisor qualifications (S1 S2 S3 G2)

Second Class or First Class Mine Manager's Certificate (highly regarded)

Job description

Peabody Energy's Centurion mine in Queensland seeks a Development Superintendent to lead development crews and drive the strategy for the 2026 longwall restart, delivering safe, efficient metre production.

Reporting to the Mining Manager, you will manage multiple sections, mentor a diverse workforce, and collaborate with Tech Services, Ventilation and Maintenance to optimise cycle times, equipment reliability and face safety.