Centurion is more than a mine-it's a mission. Owned and operated by Peabody Energy. Join a team united in the pursuit of excellence, determined to make our mark in the coal sector. Centurion is committed to investing in the best people, world class equipment and setting the highest safety and production standards in the industry.
With a mine life of over 20 years, Centurion poised to set new benchmarks in underground coal mining, emphasising safety and production excellence.
At Peabody we're proud to produce coal that plays an essential role in not only powering the world but in building the worlds infrastructure. The premium metallurgical coal from Centurion is a key component in steelmaking vital for infrastructure development.
We're committed to reviving this world-class operation, with development coal production targeted for early 2024 and longwall coal production expected in 2026.
About the role:
Peabody are currently seeking an Electrical Shift Engineer to join our Centurion underground mine, Our Centurion mine is located 160 kilometres west of Mackay. For more information on Centurion visit (centurionmine.com.au)
Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, your role will be to provide on Shift Engineering management to ensure safe and efficient mine operations through routine inspections, repairs, installations and maintenance of mining machinery.
Duties will include:
- Ensure underground mining maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety management plans by demonstrating your commitment to safety as a way of life, including the use of risk assessments, hazard identification and other safety requirement relevant to the role
- Ensuring high compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements and all Peabody and Centurion site policies and procedures
- Ensure all statutory inspections and maintenance tooling/safety equipment is maintained and periodic calibrations/inspections are recorded Ensure underground equipment compliance aligns with site standards
- Provide engineering and maintenance support for the electrical tradespersons
- Coordinate maintenance activities
- Execute underground mine maintenance plans in consultation with the shift undermanager by leading the crew to ensure planned and allocated tasks are performed in a safe and competent manner to achieve specified targets
- Provide leadership and direction to maintenance tradespersons, including competency and authorisations, to meet operational requirements
- Liaising with OEMS regarding breakdowns and fault finding
- Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
- Complete the engineering review process to assist the process engineers in understanding equipment unplanned delays
- Carry out handover with the previous Shift Engineer to determine any incidents or engineering issues to will affect your shift.
- Meet with the mining team at the start of your shift to ensure the engineering plan and the mining plans align, review manning and activities in each area. Provide the deputies with a copy of the engineering shift plan for their area.
- Conduct a pre shift meeting with your crew to explain tasks, expectations and answer questions. Review safety alerts, tool box talks, incidents and last 24 hours.
- Ensure tradesmen provide a detailed phone report to you prior to the next shift start time outlining any delays, ongoing issues and parts required. Relay this information to the oncoming Shift Engineer.
- Ensure all trades are providing detailed information on shift reports and filling out work orders correctly as per the work order flow chart.
- Provide feedback to the process owners if and why planned work was not completed to assist with the planning process.
This role is a permanent opportunity and is offered as a 7:7 day/night roster with FIFO and DIDO options.
Peabody Energy also offers the following:
- Exceptional relocation benefits with a possible lump sum payment of one months salary
- Employee assistance program available for yourself and immediate family
- Novated vehicle leasing available
- Health and lifestyle benefits (WHEREFIT).
- Employee recognition program
- A trade qualification Electrical and advantageous to have post-trade Electrical engineering qualification (or be in the process of obtaining)
- EEHA -Electrical Equipment for Hazardous Areas Competency
- Previous experience supervising the repair and maintenance of underground mining equipment is essential.
- S1, S2, S3 and G2 qualifications
- Proficient with a computerised maintenance management systems (sap), MS Office and project management software
- Uncompromising commitment to safety
- Demonstrated problem solving and a Positive, Can Do Attitude
- Proven leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Ability to read and interpret maintenance plans, as well correct deviations and modify plans where appropriate
- The ability to work a varying shift pattern
- High level of interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to participate in risk assessments and manage risk
- Strong commitment to safety as a way of life
- Reliable
- Experience with CAT/Komatsu LW and Development equipment will be highly regarded
About Peabody:
Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.
Safety is our first value. In 2022, Peabody's Total Recordable Incident Frequency Rate was 1.13. People are at the core of Peabody's ability to deliver business results and serve our communities. We offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognizes, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.
Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at: Peabody Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)
EEO Disclaimer: Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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