Principal Mechanical Engineer QLD

Ulan Coal Mines Pty Ltd. Company; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Annual short-term incentive bonus

Education Assistance

Parental Leave (18 weeks)

Car leasing opportunities

Rewards program

Job summary

Glencore Coal Assets Australia in Queensland is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to implement asset management, engineering and risk monitoring systems across operating sites. The role focuses on compliance with industry standards and collaboration to improve reliability and safety.

You will apply ICAM/RCA methodologies, analyze data to drive improvements and mentor junior engineers while ensuring adherence to the Queensland Coal Mining Act and recognized standards.

Qualifications

• Tertiary engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with incident investigation methodologies (ICAM/RCA).
• Strong data analysis and ability to extract actionable insights.
• Solid understanding of the Queensland Coal Mining Act and related standards.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and leadership experience preferred.
• Mentoring and coaching of junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to operating sites through inspections to monitor performance against Asset Management and Risk Management Standards.
• Support Health and Safety with Fatal Hazard Protocols and Risk Management Standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external regulators and stakeholders.
• Participate in investigations following equipment failures and safety incidents.
• Provide guidance across the Mechanical Engineering group, mentoring graduates.
• Share knowledge and best practices across the business.
• Support engineering improvements and practical application of standards.

Skills

Tertiary engineering degree

ICAM

RCA

Data analysis

Legislation knowledge

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

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

Why consider working with us at Glencore?

Glencore is one of the world's largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations comprise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who endeavour to be leaders in their field. To you, that means more opportunities to grow your career, grow your experiences, and grow your network of colleagues, mentors and even lifelong friends. All whilst making your mark on the future.

About this part of our organisation:

Glencore is one of Australia's largest coal producers. We operate a mixture of open cut and underground coal mines across New South Wales and Queensland, providing work for almost 10,000 people.

Coal is one of Australia's largest export industries that delivers significant socioeconomic value to workers, their families, suppliers and local communities across Australia.

We are a responsible miner of coal that has a track record of operational excellence. Our coal business is well positioned to supply the high-quality coal required to meet global steel production.

About your potential new position:

Glencore Coal Assets Australia has a firm belief that engineering design, asset management and risk management standards are fundamental in the success of the safe, highly productive operating sites. Maintaining or improving the efficiency and effectiveness of asset management, engineering and personnel management systems are essential for meeting the business targets set by Glencore.

As a resourceful individual with a focus on results, the primary purpose of this role is to implement systems and standards for asset management, engineering and risk monitoring. Along with this, there is a strong focus on legislative compliance and involvement in industry groups to remain abreast of Australian and recognised standards.

Some of your key responsibilities will be:

• 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 positive working 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 relevant to the Mechanical Engineering group, including mentoring and support of the Mechanical Graduate Engineers.
• Maintain knowledge of best practice within your field of expertise, share interesting and useful information across the business.
• Develop the understanding of others to support and implement engineering improvements and maintain a practical knowledge of the work environment to which engineering support is provided.

About you:

• You will have tertiary studies in an appropriate engineering discipline or extensive experience in the field of mechanical engineering.
• Practical application of Incident Investigation (ICAM) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or similar methodologies.
• You can proficiently analyse data through identifying what data is useful to collect (and what isn't), how to safely, cost effectively and efficiently collect it and most importantly utilise the data consistently.
• You will have a sound understanding of the Queensland Coal Mining Act and Regulations, including relevant Recognised and Australian Standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, influencing and problem-solving skills with leadership experience highly regarded.
• You enjoy coaching and developing others and gain satisfaction through incremental improvements.

What's in it for you?

• Direct employment with Glencore - we are a responsible miner of coal that has a track record of operational excellence
• Support and guidance from a well-established and experienced team
• Competitive remuneration package
• Annual short-term incentive bonus
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• A tailored Personal Development Plan and access to Education Assistance
• 18 week's Paid Parental Leave including superannuation contributions during periods of both paid and unpaid parental leave
• Car leasing opportunities
• Glencore Rewards Program (discounts at many popular stores including Woolworths).

Applications Close: 20 November 2026

Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.