CHPP Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

About the Business

• Great team environment and culture
• Development opportunity at this growing operation
• Be based at Yancoal Mount Thorley Warkworth

We are Australia’s largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia. 

Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is one of the largest open pit operations in the area. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both draglines and load haul systems as the current and preferred mining method. Our site operates continuously 24 hours a day, seven days a week and has a long and proud history, employing approximately 1350 people from local and surrounding communities, who are our most valuable asset. 

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

Reporting to the CHPP Electrical Superintendent, you will be a part of a dynamic and motivated team. The role will require you to provide Electrical Engineering support to CHPP and mine operations whilst delivering high value capital and maintenance projects. Setting the standards for electrical engineering practices that meet the statutory requirements, this role will work as a part of the CHPP team and contribute to achieving plan on a page targets and building an inclusive safety culture that enhances the Yancoal – Our Way. Additionally, the role will require you to:

• Manage capital projects identified as critical to the CHPP operations, in a timely and cost-effective manner including developing scope of work, contracts, schedules and budgets.
• Ensure that projects, comply with, and are delivered to, Yancoal Australia standards and policies for HSE.
• Understand programmable logic controllers, wiring schematics, electrical drawings, circuits along with setting up standards for electrical engineering that meet the statutory requirements;
• Identify and pro-actively initiate improvement opportunities;
• Provide engineering support and assistance to maintenance and production teams by maintaining electrical equipment and trouble shooting. 

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will display the Yancoal behaviours in everyday practice and foster a ‘One Team’ culture. Along with promoting and driving the Yancoal values of People, Safety, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. To be successful in the role you will also display the following skills and attributes:

• Qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline;
• Minimum five years of experience, preferably in mining / similar heavy industries;
• Programming and fault finding PLC’s and SCADA (Honeywell Experion desirable);
• Drive and focus on continuous improvement;
• High level of attention to detail;     
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skill;
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment;
• The ability to build rapport and maintain relationships is crucial to the role combined with your excellent multi-tasking skills, ability to prioritise and your practical approach.

Benefits

• We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles
• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
• Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period
• Multiple types of flexible work arrangements
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply. If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.   Applications Close: Monday 17 July 2023