Operational Technology Engineer

Glencore International AG; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Glencore's Collinsville Open Cut in North Queensland seeks an experienced Operational Technology Systems Engineer to monitor and maintain onsite OT networks and coordinate with external vendors for reliable operations.

You will troubleshoot fleet-management, automation, and communications; lead automation and IT networks; and focus on safe, efficient mine-site outputs while supporting continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade or engineering qualification.
• Experience in mining OT, fleet management, dispatch, automation or industrial-control systems.
• Knowledge of IT networking, SCADA, PLCs and OT cybersecurity is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot fleet-management and dispatch applications, field hardware, and supporting networks.
• Lead, maintain, and develop automation equipment and communications systems across the operation (industrial networks, wireless, servers, OT cybersecurity, change management).
• Maintain system reliability and supervise personnel to drive continuous improvement for safe, efficient mine-site outputs.

Skills

Mining OT experience

Industrial-control systems

SCADA/PLC exposure

IT networking

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Modular Mining

MineStar

Hexagon

Wenco

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

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

Collinsville Open Cut is Queensland’s oldest existing coal mine, with a long history of producing quality metallurgical and thermal coal for export markets. Located approximately 160 km from Airlie Beach in North Queensland, the operation combines the experience of an established mine with a workforce focused on getting the job done safely and effectively. With a strong connection to the local community and a practical, hands-on approach, Collinsville is a place where people work together, share their experience and look for better ways to do things.

Reporting to the Engineering and Planning Superintendent, we are seeking an experienced Operational Technology Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. This multifaceted, site-based role will monitor and maintain the health of onsite OT networks and work with external vendors to ensure these systems operate efficiently and reliably.

In this role, you will:

• support and troubleshoot fleet-management and dispatch applications, field hardware, and supporting networks;
• lead, maintain, and develop automation equipment and communications systems across the operation, including industrial communications, wireless and radio networks, servers, workstations, OT cybersecurity controls, and technical change management; and
• maintain a strong focus on system reliability, supervising personnel as required and driving continuous improvement to ensure technology systems support safe, efficient mine-site outputs.

To succeed, you will hold a relevant trade qualification and/or tertiary engineering qualification, supported by practical experience in network design and management. You will have experience in mining OT, fleet management, dispatch, automation, communications, or industrial-control systems.

Knowledge of IT networking and system administration is desirable. Experience with Modular Mining, Caterpillar MineStar, Hexagon, Mineware, Wenco, or similar dispatch platforms is highly regarded. Experience with SCADA, PLCs, industrial Ethernet or wireless networks, Windows/Linux systems, OT cybersecurity, and data-analysis tools such as SQL, Power BI, or Excel will be advantageous. You will be safety-foused, able to troubleshoot under operational pressure, and confident communicating with operators, dispatchers, supervisors, suppliers, and technical teams.

What we offer:

• Option to work a compressed nine-day fortnight working arrangement.
• An attractive remuneration package, including short-term performance-based bonuses.
• Health and Wellbeing reimbursement.
• Focus on career progression including formal training and personal development plans.
• Provision for Education Assistance to further your studies.

For further information please contact:

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