Mine Technical Officer

AGL; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

AGL Loy Yang Mine is seeking an experienced Mine Technical Officer to join the Maintenance & Outages team. The role delivers specialist technical support for mine electrical and control systems, collaborating with engineering, maintenance and operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

Working a 9-day fortnight and being part of an availability roster, you will contribute to plant upgrades, modifications and new projects, while providing 24-hour technical coverage to

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Electrical and instrumentation experience with heavy mining equipment desirable.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics.
• Proven communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist maintenance support for mine electrical control systems.
• Diagnose faults and implement corrective actions to safely return plant to service.
• Deliver continuous improvement across electrical and control systems.
• Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster.
• Plan and manage electrical project work for upgrades.
• Oversight of contractors and maintenance personnel.
• Support investigations into plant breakdowns and electrical incidents.

Skills

Fault finding

PLC programming

Electrical control

Diagnostics

Stakeholder comms

Education

Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrical & Instrumentation dual-trade qualification

Tools

SCADA systems

Networking basics

Computer hardware

Job description

We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy-and we'd like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we'll back you every step of the way as you build your career.

About the role

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Mine Technical Officer to join the Maintenance & Outages team at the AGL Loy Yang Mine. This highly skilled position works collaboratively with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient outcomes across Mine electrical and control systems. Working a 9-day fortnight, you will provide specialist technical support for mine electrical and control systems while contributing to plant upgrades, modifications, and new projects. The role also participates in an availability roster that provides 24-hour technical support to mine operations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide specialist operational and maintenance support for mine electrical control, monitoring, and protection systems.
• Diagnose complex faults and implement effective corrective actions to safely return plant to service.
• Identify, recommend, and help deliver continuous improvement opportunities across mine electrical and control systems.
• Participate in the availability roster to provide 24-hour technical support to mine operations.
• Repair or coordinate the replacement of electronic spare equipment.
• Plan, scope, perform and control electrical project work associated with plant upgrades and modifications.
• Manage contractors and other personnel involved in maintenance, construction, and plant modification activities.
• Provide technical support for investigations into plant breakdowns and electrical incidents.

About you

You are an experienced electrical and control systems professional with strong fault-finding, diagnostic and repair capability. You are self-motivated, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a dynamic heavy-industry environment. A continuous improvement mindset is essential, together with strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across engineering, maintenance, and operations teams.

What you bring

• An Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, an Electrical and Instrumentation dual-trade qualification, or an equivalent electrical qualification.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical and control systems on heavy mining equipment or other heavy-industry plant, which will be highly regarded.
• Advanced technical knowledge across electrical, control, monitoring, and protection systems.
• Demonstrated experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to conduct fault finding and diagnosis with limited supervision.
• Ability to interpret and assess technical information from a range of sources, including electrical schematics.
• Proficient in computer hardware, software installations and networking
• Experience in programming and troubleshooting variable speed drives, which will be advantageous.
• A proactive attitude to continuous improvement and a commitment to identifying practical, sustainable solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Additional information

Relocation assistance may be provided to support the successful candidate.
Applications close on 8 October 2026

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

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