Longwall Systems Engineer

Glencore Australia; Ulan; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Relocation assistance

Novated Leasing & Salary Packaging

Gym Subsidies

Remote area housing assistance

Early Intervention Programs

EAP Assistance

Access to Fit for Life program – with

Job summary

Glencore Australia’s Ulan West mine is seeking a Senior Automation Lead to drive and develop automation across the longwall department. You will deliver world‑class management and security of mission‑critical mining systems and OT networks.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will implement GCAA/Ulan West standards for OT networks, support SCADA and PLC control systems, and build site capability to design, develop and maintain longwall automation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in electrical, mechanical or software engineering (Advanced Diploma or Bachelor).
• In-depth knowledge of modern longwall operation.
• Experience with OT networks, SCADA and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, drive and develop automation across the longwall department.
• Implement GCAA/Ulan West OT network standards and support SCADA/PLC systems.
• Troubleshoot longwall automation issues and rapidly restore functionality.
• Build the capability of site resources to design, develop and maintain automation.

Skills

Automation

OT networks

SCADA

PLC systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Software Engineering

Tools

SCADA

PLC systems

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

• Competitive Salary and Regional Allowance
• Opportunity to join a record‑breaking, high‑performance longwall operation
• Genuine opportunities to develop

About Ulan West

Ulan West is a modern, high‑production underground longwall coal mine in the Western Coalfields of NSW. Commissioned in 2012 and built with best‑in‑class equipment and safety systems, we deliver outstanding operational results while keeping our people safe. Our team culture is proud, supportive and tightly knit — if you want to belong to a workplace where people are seen, heard and respected, this is it.

The Role

Lead, drive and develop the Automation across the longwall department to assist in continuous business improvement. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role is responsible for delivering world class management and security of mission critical mining systems and the supporting automation systems used across the Ulan West Longwall.

Ulan West operates a world class longwall with a surface control room with remote operation and management of the shearer; powered roof supports and coal clearance.

Your key responsibilities will include the implementation of GCAA/Ulan West standards for the operational technology (OT) networks. You will support process control networks, SCADA and Control and Automation systems for Komatsu Shearers, Komatsu Power Roof Supports (RS20S), Komatsu PLC control BSL/AFC and Ampcontrol Power and Control. You will be a member of the first response team for issues with Longwall automation, OT networks and applications, using your skills to rapidly restore functionality when issues arise.

Working proactively, you will establish broad relationships such that you can effectively troubleshoot issues and influence outcomes. You will complete these duties with a focus on building the capacity of site resources to design, develop and maintain the longwall automation systems.

It would also be advantageous to hold a tertiary qualification in electrical or mechanical or software engineering or other relevant field, at either Advanced Diploma or Bachelor level. You must have a demonstrated and in-depth knowledge of the operation of a modern longwall.

What We Offer

• Work with state‑of‑the‑art longwall equipment and modern underground infrastructure
• A genuine team culture — comradery, mutual respect and a supportive environment
• Clear development pathways for all roles
• Competitive salary and benefits (details provided on application)

Employee Benefits

• Gym Subsidies and Pool Season Passes
• Access to Glencore’s Fit for Life program – including retail and health discounts
• Relocation assistance
• Novated Leasing & Salary Packaging
• Remote area housing assistance (salary sacrifice options)
• Early Intervention Programs
• EAP Assistance

Location & Roster

• Based at Ulan West, about a 45min drive from Mudgee, NSW.
• Availability of Primary and High Schools in the area
• State‑of‑the‑art Sporting Complex
• New Hospital and Health Care Facilities
• Lively community, with markets, music and festivals
• Award-winning wine region
• 3.5 hours to Newcastle and Sydney
• Residential role – onsite Monday to Friday.