At Hail Creek, everything we do is about developing our people, optimising our asset, and improving our future. We positively impact our people and communities. We strive to be industry leaders – the Mine of Choice. It's a culture that fosters pragmatic outcomes where things happen quickly. We promote innovative ideas to continuously improve, and no day is ever the same. With a large and passionate workforce of over 1,000 people, there is a great opportunity for you to contribute and make an impact.
Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has become available for a dedicated Mechanical Engineering Superintendent to oversee the Reliability and Improvement team. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for leading your team of engineers to deliver the highest level of technical support for maintenance on site. You will provide leadership, direction, and strategy to the site's operational and capital expenditure programs, supporting installations, modifications, and upgrades while aligning with site protocols.
As a leader within our team, you will monitor and uphold the site's engineering standards. A passion for compliance is essential, and you will review engineering and maintenance systems and processes onsite to ensure Hail Creek Open Cut remains a leader within the coal industry.
About you:
1. You will have clear accountability to drive safety first and foremost, leading hazard identification, risk management, and safety inspections.
2. You will mentor, guide, and coach your team to meet performance targets and foster an excellent working environment.
3. You will maintain a high level of positive safety performance and workplace culture through teamwork, personal commitment, and adherence to company values.
4. You will provide technical guidance to maintenance activities to ensure high standards.
5. You should have comprehensive knowledge of preventative maintenance strategies and computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS), with SAP preferred.
6. You will liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
7. Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills are essential.
8. Previous experience in a similar role within the industry is required.
9. You should have sound knowledge of risk identification processes, safe work practices, and relevant Australian standards.
10. You will demonstrate resourcefulness, versatility, initiative, personal organization, and diplomacy.
11. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary.
The ideal candidate will hold tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering and be willing to obtain Mechanical Engineering Manager (MEM) responsibilities in the future. Demonstrated experience in a similar role, along with proven leadership capabilities and extensive experience in the mining or heavy industry sectors, is essential.
Benefits:
- Direct employment with Glencore – a responsible miner with a track record of operational excellence
- Access to Leadership Development Programs
- A competitive package with lifestyle benefits
- Annual short-term performance bonus
- Above award Annual Leave entitlement
- Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave – one of the most generous schemes
- Provision for Education Assistance for further studies
This role offers a unique opportunity regardless of your circumstances. Located just over an hour from the picturesque Mackay hinterland and a short drive from Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands, our operation attracts a diverse workforce commuting from various Queensland locations including Rockhampton and Townsville.
Our people think and act like entrepreneurs. We have built a culture that rewards dedicated individuals with a can-do spirit, responsibility, and leadership drive. If you are caring, responsive, intuitive, driven, and capable of operating within a dynamic environment, this is your chance to be part of a culture that empowers and progresses its people.
If you are ready to make a significant impact and set industry benchmarks in operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Apply now at glencore.com/careers
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