Longwall Manager
Peabody
Glenden, QLD
Posted on: 18th Jun 2026
- Newly created leadership role: Lead the 2026 Longwall restart at Centurion.
- 9-day fortnight: Travel on work time and enjoy flexible FIFO from Brisbane.
- Rare career longevity: Lead a world-class asset with a 40+ year life of mine.
Centurion is more than a mine, it’s a mission.
Owned and operated by Peabody Energy, Centurion is a flagship operation in the Australian coal sector. We are a team united by a pursuit of excellence and a determination to make a lasting mark. By investing in the best people and world-class equipment, we are setting the highest safety and production standards in the industry.
At Peabody, we take pride in producing the premium metallurgical coal essential for the world’s steelmaking and infrastructure. We are committed to reviving this world-class operation, with longwall coal production expected to commence in 2026 and a projected life of mine of 40+ years.
The Opportunity
Are you ready to lead one of Australia's most significant longwall restarts? As the Longwall Manager at Centurion, you will hold a career defining mandate: to architect the operational framework, drive the ramp-up, and lead the long term performance of a premier underground asset.
Reporting to the General Manager you will have full accountability for the Longwall department, ensuring that safety, production, and innovation are woven into the fabric of the site from day one.
Your Impact
- Provide executive oversight of the Longwall department, moving beyond daily tasks to drive long-term production strategy and operational excellence.
- Play a pivotal role in optimising longwall operation, ensuring systems, people, and equipment are primed for success.
- Partner with Maintenance, Tech Services, and Mine Planning to ensure a seamless, integrated approach to production.
- Champion a high performance safety culture, ensuring robust hazard identification, risk control, and compliance with all statutory requirements.
- Monitor equipment health, productivity trends, and departmental budgets to deliver sustainable commercial outcomes.
- Build and mentor a high calibre crew, promoting a culture of accountability, skill development, and professional pride.
About You
You are a seasoned mining leader with a reputation for delivering results in complex underground environments. You thrive on the challenge of a ramp-up and possess the "outside the box" thinking required to optimise a world class longwall system.
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in senior longwall leadership roles (Manager or Superintendent level).
- Highly desirable to hold QLD Statutory Supervisor qualifications (S1, S2, S3, and G2) or a First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
- Exceptional knowledge of modern longwall equipment, automated systems, and strata control.
- A proven track record of building high performing teams and driving behavioural safety leadership.
What’s on Offer
- 9-day fortnight—travel on work time with earlier finishes on your last day of the week.
- FIFO from Brisbane, with salary-sacrificed flights available from your home base to Brisbane.
- Full domestic relocation support provided if you choose to call Mackay or Moranbah home.
- Highly competitive salary package + executive bonus structure.
- Rare career stability with a 40+ year life of mine.
About Peabody
Peabody is a leading global coal producer, serving customers in 26 countries. Our commitment to sustainability and inclusive work environments shapes our strategy for the future. We strive to create a culture where all employees are treated with fairness, respect, and the opportunity to excel.
Take the Lead
Join a team where your expertise will shape a legacy. Apply now via Peabody Jobs.
