Senior Mechanical & Structural Superintendent – Underground

Newmont Australia; Northern Territory; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmont is seeking a Superintendent Mechanical/Structural Engineering for the Tanami operation in the Northern Territory. This onsite role requires leading engineering studies, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving safe, efficient mining operations.

The position involves collaboration with contractors and multiple internal teams, managing risks, and overseeing schedules and costs on an 8/6 roster serviced from major hubs. A strong engineering background and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold an appropriate Mechanical Engineering or Structural Engineering designation.
• Possess valid Supervisor accreditation (Underground Supervisor or S.26?).
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in mechanical and structural engineering.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholder groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate mechanical and structural engineering studies and activities.
• Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable standards, specifications and design criteria.
• Monitor engineering work to support maintainability, operability, constructability and safe operation.
• Collaborate with contractors and stakeholders to support compliance with project specifications, safety standards and contractual requirements.
• Identify, manage and monitor engineering risks while overseeing engineering documentation, schedules and costs.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Structural Engineering

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent

Structural Engineering designation

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Newmont is seeking a Superintendent Mechanical/Structural Engineering for the Tanami operation in the Northern Territory. This onsite role requires leading engineering studies, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving safe, efficient mining operations.

The position involves collaboration with contractors and multiple internal teams, managing risks, and overseeing schedules and costs on an 8/6 roster serviced from major hubs. A strong engineering background and leadership are essential.