ERZ Controller

Peabody Energy; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7/7 day and night rotating roster

FIFO from Brisbane or DIDO from Moranb

Flights Brisbane–Moranbah

Relocation assistance

Modern accommodation village

Onsite gym and wellbeing facilities

Employee Assistance Program

Novated leasing options

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Peabody Energy seeks experienced ERZ Controllers to lead underground crews at Centurion Mine, 160 kilometres west of Mackay. You will drive safe production across Outbye, Development and Longwall with a strong safety culture and statutory compliance.

Applicants must hold Deputy’s or Third Class Mine Manager competency and have underground supervisory experience with S1-S3 and Risk Management abilities. FIFO/DIDO options exist from Brisbane.

Qualifications

• Underground coal mining leadership experience.
• Strong focus on safety and risk management.
• Ability to lead and mentor crews underground.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead underground crews to ensure safe and efficient mining operations.
• Oversee compliance with statutory requirements and site standards.
• Coordinate maintenance and pre-starts; drive production targets.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and incident investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Underground supervision

Risk management

Communication

Education

Deputy’s Certificate of Competency

Third Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency

Job description

Centurion is more than a mine, it's a mission.

Owned and operated by Peabody Energy, Centurion is a flagship operation in the Australian coal sector. We are a team united by a pursuit of excellence and a determination to make a lasting mark. By investing in the best people and world-class equipment, we are setting the highest safety and production standards in the industry.

At Peabody, we take pride in producing the premium metallurgical coal essential for the world's steelmaking and infrastructure. We are committed to reviving this world-class operation, with longwall coal production commenced in 2026. With a 25+ year mine life, Centurion is positioned to lead the future of underground coal mining through safety, innovation and operational excellence.

Peabody is seeking experienced ERZ Controllers to join our team at Centurion Mine, located approximately 160 kilometres west of Mackay. Multiple opportunities are available across Outbye, Development and Longwall.

In this critical frontline leadership role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient execution of mining activities while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements and site standards. You will lead crews underground, drive operational performance and play a key role in fostering a high-performing safety culture across one of Australia's newest longwall operations.

This is an opportunity for motivated leaders who thrive in a dynamic underground mining environment and are committed to operational excellence, team performance and safety leadership.

Your Impact

Perform statutory and compliance inspections in accordance with legislation and the Centurion SHMS.

Ensure production processes and mining equipment are operated safely and efficiently.

Coordinate and oversee maintenance activities in line with statutory and site requirements.

Facilitate crew meetings, pre-starts and shift communication sessions.

Drive the safe achievement of production targets and operational objectives.

Promote proactive hazard identification, risk management and continuous improvement.

Provide leadership, coaching and support to underground crews.

Maintain compliance with site procedures, safety systems and operational standards.

Contribute to a positive and accountable safety culture through visible leadership.

Support the ongoing success and growth of Centurion's underground operations.

About You

You are an experienced underground coal mining professional with strong leadership capability and a genuine commitment to safety, operational discipline and team performance.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Deputy's Certificate of Competency or Third Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency.

Underground coal mining supervisory experience.

S1, S2, S3 and Risk Management and Investigation competencies.

Strong safety and risk management focus.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams.

Strong understanding of statutory obligations and underground mining legislation.

Proven ability to achieve operational targets while maintaining a safety-first mindset.

Commitment to Safety, Integrity, Operational Excellence and Courageous Leadership.

What's on Offer

7/7 day and night rotating roster.

FIFO from Brisbane or DIDO arrangements available.

Company-funded flights from Brisbane to Moranbah.

Domestic relocation assistance available in accordance with company policy.

Modern accommodation village with premium facilities and meals.

Onsite gym, fitness facilities and recreational amenities.

Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.

Novated leasing options and WHEREFIT lifestyle benefits.

Employee recognition programs.

Ongoing learning, career development and advancement opportunities.

Opportunity to be part of one of Australia's newest underground longwall operations.

Long-term career stability with a world-class operation and significant mine life.

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading coal producer, employing approximately 5,300 people across operations in the United States and Australia, serving customers in 18 countries. Our commitment to sustainability shapes our future and underpins everything we do.

We promote a safe, inclusive and respectful work environment and invest in the growth and development of our people. Safety is our first value, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees are recognised, supported and empowered to succeed.

Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Peabody's global platform reaches six continents and creates a strategic advantage. The company has, through its subsidiaries, majority interests in 18 coal operations located throughout all major U.S. coal-producing regions and in Australia.

Peabody is uniquely positioned for success with access to the best global markets through our Australia platform, trading activities and Asia projects. The company also holds leading positions in the U.S. and has an unmatched reserve base and liquidity to create shareholder value.

Peabody markets, brokers and trades coal in the world's fastest-growing economies. Peabody has trading and business offices in China, Australia and the United States.

Peabody's global platform reaches six continents and creates a strategic advantage. The company has, through its subsidiaries, majority interests in 18 coal operations located throughout all major U.S. coal-producing regions and in Australia.

Peabody is uniquely positioned for success with access to the best global markets through our Australia platform, trading activities and Asia projects. The company also holds leading positions in the U.S. and has an unmatched reserve base and liquidity to create shareholder value.

Peabody markets, brokers and trades coal in the world's fastest-growing economies. Peabody has trading and business offices in China, Australia and the United States.