Principal Mechanical Engineer – Asset & Risk Leader (QLD)

Hvo; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual short-term incentive bonus (5 w

Annual Leave

Personal Development Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Parental Leave (18 weeks)

Car leasing opportunities

Rewards Program (Glencore Rewards)

Discounts (Woolworths)

Job summary

Glencore Coal Assets Australia is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to implement asset management, engineering and risk monitoring standards across operating sites in Queensland. You will apply ICAM/RCA methodologies, analyse data and support safety and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor junior engineers, influence site teams, and collaborate with regulators and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent with extensive experience in mechanical engineering.
• Practical application of ICAM and RCA methodologies.
• Sound understanding of Queensland Coal Mining Act & Regulations and relevant Australian Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to operating sites through Principal Engineers inspections to monitor performance against Asset Management and Risk Management Standards.
• Provide expertise support to the Health and Safety department with Fatal Hazard Protocols and Risk Management Standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including Resources Safety and Health Queensland Regulators.
• Participate in investigations following equipment failures and safety incidents.
• Provide advice and support across the business for the Mechanical Engineering group, including mentoring and support of Mechanical Graduate Engineers.
• Maintain knowledge of best practice in your field and share information across the business.
• Develop understanding of others to support and implement engineering improvements and practical knowledge of the work environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

ICAM/RCA

Data analysis

Coaching/mentoring

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical)

Job description

Glencore Coal Assets Australia is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to implement asset management, engineering and risk monitoring standards across operating sites in Queensland. You will apply ICAM/RCA methodologies, analyse data and support safety and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor junior engineers, influence site teams, and collaborate with regulators and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvements.