Underground Development Superintendent – Safety & Delivery

Careermine; Glenden; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9‑day fortnight roster

Relocation assistance

DIDO/FIFO options

Premium accommodation village

Onsite gym & wellbeing support

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Peabody Energy seeks an experienced Development Superintendent for Centurion Mine, located ~160 km west of Mackay. You will lead development crews, drive safe operations and coordinate with technical services to meet production milestones.

Successful candidate will bring extensive underground coal development leadership, strong planning and stakeholder management, and a proven track record of safety excellence in a high‑gas or complex strata environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in underground coal development with leadership in a Superintendent, Undermanager or senior Deputy role.
• QLD Statutory Supervisor qualifications (S1, S2, S3 and G2) are required or desirable.
• First/Second Class Mine Manager's Certificate is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily development operations to achieve advance rates and production targets safely.
• Drive a proactive safety culture and ensure legislative compliance.
• Collaborate with Technical Services and Ventilation to manage strata, gas drainage, and risks.
• Lead, mentor and develop development crews to build high-performance teams.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement to optimise cycle times and face efficiency.
• Work with Maintenance to maximize equipment availability and minimize downtime.
• Drive operational excellence through planning, leadership and accountability.
• Ensure development activities align with short-term production and long-term mine planning.
• Promote safe work practices and discipline across all crews.
• Contribute to Centurion's ongoing success and growth.

Skills

Underground leadership

Development expertise

People management

Strategic planning

Education

QLD Statutory Supervisor (S1,S2,S3,G2)

Mine Manager's Certificate (Second/First Class)

Tools

Continuous miners

Bolting systems

Job description

Peabody Energy seeks an experienced Development Superintendent for Centurion Mine, located ~160 km west of Mackay. You will lead development crews, drive safe operations and coordinate with technical services to meet production milestones.

Successful candidate will bring extensive underground coal development leadership, strong planning and stakeholder management, and a proven track record of safety excellence in a high‑gas or complex strata environment.