Electrical Compliance Engineer

Newmont Australia; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

DIDO & flexible work

Health & wellbeing programs

Learning & leadership training

Mining tech exposure

Global career opportunities

Orange region lifestyle

Safety & inclusion culture

Job summary

Newmont Cadia is seeking an Electrical Compliance Engineer to ensure safe, reliable electrical infrastructure at Cadia near Orange, NSW. You will work with the Statutory Electrical Engineer on governance, risk management and asset integrity for major projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical), has mining or heavy industry experience, and can work onsite in Australia. The permanent role offers a 5/2 or 9‑day roster and growth opportunities within Newmont’s

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems, maintenance and reliability engineering principles.
• Experience reviewing electrical designs, technical documentation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of electrical safety legislation, Australian Standards and power system engineering practices.
• Experience in mining or heavy industry with exposure to electrical compliance, power systems or asset integrity.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with legislative requirements, the Cadia Electrical Engineering Control Plan and Newmont Electrical Safety Standards.
• Assist in development and implementation of electrical engineering standards and management systems.
• Contribute to asset replacement strategies and long-term capital planning to manage risk and reliability.
• Provide technical oversight and support for major capital projects ensuring compliance with requirements.
• Support electrical risk management, investigations, audits, and power system studies across the operation.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Maintenance & reliability principles

Review electrical designs

Electrical safety knowledge

Mining/heavy industry experience

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)

Job description

Workplace Type: Onsite

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Cadia is a major gold and copper mining operation in central New South Wales, about 25 kilometres from the city of Orange and 250 kilometres west of Sydney. The site is known for the Cadia East underground mine - one of the world’s largest gold deposits - which uses innovative block caving methods to produce gold doré and gold-rich copper concentrate. Unlike remote mines, Cadia is a residential (drive-in, drive-out) operation where many employees live with their families in nearby communities, enjoying the Orange region’s excellent lifestyle and amenities.

Cadia’s team has a collaborative culture built around safety, innovation and community partnership. We proudly support local towns through jobs and in‑kind contributions and even run an Indigenous Buddy Programme to welcome and mentor new Indigenous employees. Working at Cadia gives you all the growth opportunities of a Tier‑1 mine within a friendly regional setting - a place where you can advance your skills, be home with family, and contribute to both Newmont’s success and the prosperity of local communities.

Your Impact

As an Electrical Compliance Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable and compliant operation of Cadia’s electrical infrastructure. Working closely with the Statutory Electrical Engineer, you’ll provide technical expertise across electrical governance, risk management and asset integrity while supporting major projects, critical compliance activities and the long‑term reliability of one of Australia’s largest underground mining operations.

As Part Of Our Team, You Will

• Support compliance with legislative requirements, the Cadia Electrical Engineering Control Plan and Newmont Electrical Safety Standards.
• Assist in the development and implementation of electrical engineering standards, specifications and management systems.
• Contribute to asset replacement strategies and long‑term capital planning to manage risk and improve reliability.
• Provide technical oversight and support for major capital projects, ensuring compliance with engineering and operational requirements.
• Support electrical risk management, investigations, audits, network performance activities and power system studies across the operation.

Prerequisites for Success in This Role

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) or equivalent qualification.
• Experience within mining, utilities, energy, manufacturing or other heavy industry environments, with exposure to electrical compliance, power systems, asset integrity or engineering governance.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems, maintenance and reliability engineering principles.
• Experience reviewing electrical designs, technical documentation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of electrical safety legislation, Australian Standards and power system engineering practices.

Your Work Environment

This permanent position is offered on a 5/2 or 9-day fortnight residential roster and is based at Newmont’s Cadia operation near Orange, New South Wales.

You will report to the Superintendent Statutory Electrical and Instrumentation and work closely with the Statutory Electrical Engineering team, operational stakeholders, project teams, contractors and regulators. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in statutory electrical engineering, compliance and governance while contributing to major operational and project outcomes across one of Australia’s largest underground mining operations.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. To be considered for this position, applicants must have unrestricted Australian working rights.

Why Join Newmont

Cadia is a world-class gold and copper operation and one of Australia’s largest underground mines.

Working at Cadia means joining a high-performing team committed to safety, innovation and delivering sustainable value for our people, communities and business.

Eligible Employees May Benefit From

• Competitive salary and annual performance incentive opportunities.
• Residential, drive-in drive-out (DIDO) or flexible work arrangements, depending on role requirements.
• Access to health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs.
• Ongoing learning, technical development and leadership training opportunities.
• Exposure to industry-leading mining technologies and large-scale underground operations.
• Career opportunities across Newmont’s Australian, Papua New Guinean and global operations.
• The opportunity to live and work in the vibrant Orange region, renowned for its lifestyle, food, wine and strong community connections.
• The opportunity to be part of a workplace where safety, inclusion and growth are at the centre of everything we do

Applications close on the 15th of November 2026.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.

Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont

Hear from our people: Life at Newmont

Important: Newmont does not ask candidates to pay money or share sensitive personal data outside our secure application process. If this happens, please report it to our Business Integrity team: [e-mail].