Senior OT & Reliability Engineer — Plant Automation Lead

Stellar Recruitment; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance + base salary with 5

Annual performance bonus (STIP)

5 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Career progression and training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Idemitsu Australia invites applications for a Senior Technology & Reliability Engineer at Boggabri Coal Mine in NSW. This hands-on role leads OT systems across CHPP, including PLCs, SCADA, networks and field devices, to drive reliability and performance.

You will lead technology, automation, digitalisation and improvement projects from concept to implementation, using data to optimise operations and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, IT and external vendors.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with CHPP or fixed plant operations and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of OT systems incl. PLC/SCADA environments.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Project management experience with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead OT systems across CHPP, including PLCs, SCADA, networks and field devices.
• Drive plant reliability, continuous improvement and technical optimisation across CHPP and MIA assets.
• Lead technology, automation, digitalisation and improvement projects from concept to implementation.
• Use data analysis to identify performance opportunities and improve operational decision-making.
• Maintain OT governance, technical standards, documentation, configuration control and change management.
• Support compliance, audits, critical controls and risk management.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Technical Services, IT and external vendors.

Skills

OT systems

PLC/SCADA

Reliability engineering

Root cause analysis

Project management

Industrial networking

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

SAP/CMMS

Automation software

Job description

Senior Technology & Reliability Engineer

• Attractive salary package on offer + relocation assistance
• Monday to Friday roster with option for 9-day fortnight
• Work for an owner-operated mine that puts its people first and values growth

• Attractive salary package on offer + relocation assistance
• Monday to Friday roster with option for 9-day fortnight
• Work for an owner-operated mine that puts its people first and values growth

Boggabri Coal Mine (BCO) is an open-cut coal operation producing in excess of 7 million tonnes per annum, with a mine life extending through until 2036. BCO is located approximately 68km from Narrabri, 53km from Gunnedah and 20km from Boggabri, offering a great opportunity to enjoy a unique country lifestyle.

How you will contribute:

• Lead Operational Technology (OT) systems across the CHPP, including PLCs, SCADA, networks and field devices.
• Drive plant reliability, continuous improvement, defect elimination and technical optimisation across CHPP and MIA assets.
• Lead technology, automation, digitalisation and improvement projects from concept through to implementation.
• Use data analysis to identify performance opportunities and improve operational decision-making.
• Maintain OT governance, technical standards, documentation, configuration control and change management.
• Support compliance, technical assurance, audits, critical controls and risk management.
• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Technical Services, HST, IT and external vendors.

What's on offer:

• Housing allowance in addition to your base salary + super on both
• Annual performance bonus structure - STIP
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Paid parental leave
• Career progression and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance package to beautiful country NSW

What we're looking for:
You are a technically strong and collaborative engineer who enjoys improving plant reliability, technology and operational performance.

• Mechanical, Electrical, Automation or Engineering qualification.
• Significant experience within CHPP or fixed plant operations and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of Operational Technology systems, including PLC and SCADA environments.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Experience in reliability engineering, root cause analysis or defect elimination will be highly regarded.
• Experience with industrial networking, cybersecurity, SAP/CMMS or automation/digital transformation will be advantageous.
• Strong commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement.

Working at Idemitsu Australia:
Along with its parent company Idemitsu Kosan Co. Ltd. based in Tokyo, Idemitsu is proud to play a proactive role in diversifying Australia's energy portfolio through mining, retail fuels and renewable initiatives.

Idemitsu has a proud history spanning nearly 40 years and is an organisation that lives its Values with authentic leadership and a strong focus on its people. Its people focus is demonstrated through its unique culture, together with competitive compensation, professional growth and a flexible work environment.

Come and join an energy solutions company that values inclusiveness and sustainability, with a commitment to its people, the environment, customers and society.

You can find out more at www.idemitsu.com.au

How to apply:
Please submit your resume through SEEK or you can send me a direct email. I am also happy to take a call to discuss the role in confidence.

Contact: Michael Cooke - Principal Consultant
Email: *********@stellarrecruitment.com.au
Work Phone: [phone] | Mobile: [phone] ***

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