Electrical Engineer

Newmont; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmont Corporation in Australia seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to support Tanami operations, focusing on electrical asset performance, safety, reliability and lifecycle management of LV/HV systems. You will develop standards, investigate incidents and guide design and lifecycle decisions across site assets.

The role requires strong mining experience, stakeholder collaboration and the ability to lead projects from concept to commissioning in a FIFO environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with mining exposure
• Strong asset management and reliability background
• Experience with LV/HV systems in mining
• Knowledge of Australian mining electrical standards
• Experience managing budgets and technical reports
• Proven stakeholder engagement across multi-disciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and governance for electrical asset management across site operations
• Ensure electrical infrastructure and assets are operated, maintained and improved in accordance with safety, reliability and performance objectives
• Lead investigations into electrical incidents, equipment failures and operational risks, implementing effective corrective actions
• Develop, review and approve electrical engineering standards, procedures and technical documentation
• Provide expert advice on LV and HV power systems, electrical design and asset lifecycle management
• Support major projects, capital works and operational improvement initiatives from concept through to commissioning
• Drive continuous improvement in electrical safety, compliance and engineering best practices
• Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, standards and site electrical management systems
• Lead and mentor electrical engineering personnel while fostering a high-performance and safety-focused culture
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and leadership teams to optimise asset reliability, availability and operational performance.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Asset management

Reliability engineering

Root cause analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Mining experience

Budgets

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

ETAP

Job description

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.

Your role

Reporting to the Superintendent, Electrical & Instrumentation, in the position of Electrical Engineer you will provide electrical engineering expertise to support the safe, compliant, reliable and efficient operation of electrical systems and assets across Newmont's Tanami operations, with a focus on asset performance, reliability, risk management and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities will be to

• Provide technical leadership and governance for electrical asset management across site operations
• Ensure electrical infrastructure and assets are operated, maintained and improved in accordance with safety, reliability and performance objectives
• Lead investigations into electrical incidents, equipment failures and operational risks, implementing effective corrective actions
• Develop, review and approve electrical engineering standards, procedures and technical documentation
• Provide expert advice on LV and HV power systems, electrical design and asset lifecycle management
• Support major projects, capital works and operational improvement initiatives from concept through to commissioning
• Drive continuous improvement in electrical safety, compliance and engineering best practices
• Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, standards and site electrical management systems
• Lead and mentor electrical engineering personnel while fostering a high-performance and safety-focused culture
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and leadership teams to optimise asset reliability, availability and operational performance.

Yours skills and experience

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, with a strong background in mining operations and electrical asset management
• Significant demonstrated experience in electrical engineering, asset management and reliability within hard rock or coal mining environments
• Extensive experience with LV and HV power reticulation systems across surface and underground mining operations including electrical design, asset performance monitoring and lifecycle management
• Strong knowledge of Australian mining electrical standards, legislation and compliance requirements including AS 5368, AS 2081 and AS 2067
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical safety, risk management, root cause analysis and continuous improvement with a proven ability to enhance asset reliability and operational performance
• Practical understanding of mining processes, equipment and systems with the ability to provide technically sound and commercially focused engineering solutions
• Experience managing budgets, preparing technical reports and applying appropriate systems, tools and processes to achieve operational and business outcomes
• Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders across multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyse, interpret and present technical information effectively
• Experience with ERP (SAP) and power system (ETAP) software.

Your work environment

Tanami is one of Australia's most remote and significant underground gold mines, located deep in the Tanami Desert of the Northern Territory. As a fully fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) operation, Tanami flies around 1,800 employees and contractors to site via its own airstrip, with teams working on a rotational camp roster. The mine was originally an open-pit operation but has evolved into a world-class underground asset with extensive modern infrastructure. A major expansion (Tanami Expansion 2) is underway - including a 1.5-kilometre-deep hoisting shaft - to extend Tanami's life beyond 2040 and increase production efficiency. The remote location fosters a close-knit team spirit, where safety and mutual respect are paramount. Tanami's workforce is proud to work in partnership with the local Warlpiri people on whose land we operate, ensuring that our presence contributes positively to communities. Working at Tanami means tackling unique technical challenges in a supportive environment, with a strong focus on Always Safe, responsible operations and improving daily to secure this mine's long-term future.

This Tanami site-based position will work on a fly in fly out roster of 8 days on site, 6 days off from point of hire Perth, Brisbane, Alice Springs or Darwin.

Full and unrestricted eligibility to work in Australia is essential.