Mechanical Engineering Manager (Mem)

Client 
 
My client is a mid-tier mining house that owns and operates several met coal mining operations in Australia. They are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Manager (MEM) to lead the Mechanical Engineering function for the underground mine and ensure their Mechanical Engineering standards are compliant with all Acts and Regs.  
 
The Opportunity 
 
This is the Mechanical Engineering Manager (MEM) position at an established underground coal mining operation in the Mackay Coalfields. The operation is transitioning to a different mining method long-term and in turn, the register/fleet of plant/equipment will be changing too. This position will report into the Maintenance & Engineering Manager, as well as indirectly to the SSE/GM on site. Continuous miners, feeder-breakers, shuttle cars and roof bolters are the main pieces of equipment that the MEM will be responsible for.  
 
Core Responsibilities 

• Mechanical engineering compliance and statutory obligations, 
• Equipment/machinery standards and compliance audits, 
• Management plan reviews, assistance in the development or implementation of strategic asset management plans, 
• Site introduction/equipment inspections, 
• Plant and equipment availability improvement projects.  

Requirements 

• Experience as a Mechanical Engineering Manager or Statutory Mechanical Engineer in UG coal, 
• A minimum of 5 years’ practical underground coal mine experience, 
• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) or relevant trade background, 
• Must live/reside in QLD (5/2/4/3 roster), 
• Must have full AU working rights (no sponsorship on offer here). 

Benefits & Offering 
 
My client offers gold standard employment and working conditions, with the full backing of the company and direct manager to this role. 
 
An attractive salary package will be on offer for the right candidate (and ultimately, is tailored/negotiated to the successfully appointed candidates' experience/skill level). 
 
What to do next? 
 
Apply via link with an updated resume and cover letter (tailored specifically to this role, not a generic one please). All documents are to be submitted in Word Doc or PDF format only. 
 
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact me (Mike) on 07 3520 9***.
Additional information

• Owner-operator
• UG coal QLD
• FIFO, DIDO or Residential