PCS Engineer

Company Description

Plan and integrate Process Control Systems with us!

Anglo American Steelmaking Coal
Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.  In Australia, we operate five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, and have additional joint venture interests in steelmaking coal and manganese, as well as copper exploration projects underway in North West Queensland and Western Australia.

Job Description

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent you will be responsible for the management and coordination of all Process Control Systems activities associated with the mine infrastructure and plant operations. In this crucial role, your accountability will be for ensuring that PCS infrastructure is installed and maintained to appropriate standards, that PCS systems are programmed and maintained to operate safely and efficiently.

You will have a desire to collaborate and innovate, to continuously improve performance and processes to optimize equipment availability and reliability. You will be able to display logical problem-solving and develop and balance short to long term strategies with reliable solutions.

This role will see you accountable for:

• Be responsible for the PCS infrastructure and ensuring that it is installed and maintained to the appropriate standard
• Ensure that PCS systems are programmed and maintained to operate safely and efficiently
• Plan PCS activities to be integrated into new projects or systems to ensure tasks are well planned, adequately resourced and are implemented in a timely manner to the appropriate standard
• Manage PCS works to budgeted time and cost
• Work towards continuous improvement of PCS systems
• Set clear performance expectations, reviewing, and improving the performance of technicians managing PCS systems
• Ensure that clear and concise communications processes take place supporting the management of change to PCS systems

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant qualification
• Experience in a similar role, preferably an underground coal mine
• Knowledge of Citect/SCADA systems
• Knowledge of Cisco networking
• Experience in Allen Bradley PLC systems and Toshiba variable speed drives
• Project Management Experience (desirable)
• Knowledge of RS Logix, Factory Talk (highly regarded)

Additional information

• Full-time permanent position based at Aquila Mine, Middlemount
• Attractive 7 ON, 7 OFF Roster
• Competitive salary package and annual incentive programs
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised accommodation and company funded camp options provided
• Discounted gym membership
• Free access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Novated lease vehicles available
• Anglo American company benefits

What we Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership program’s, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.  As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

Background checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Inclusion and Diversity
At Anglo American, we embrace change and promote an inclusive and diverse environment where you can bring your whole self to work, every day. We are adopting new approaches to recruitment, talent development, mentoring, parental leave, and flexible working to further support diversity across our business.

How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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CLOSING DATE 
16 APRIL 2024

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

Recruitment Agencies
Anglo American Steelmaking Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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