Specialist Engineer Asset Integrity | Mt Arthur Coal | NSWEC
Australia
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About Mt Arthur Coal
Mt Arthur Coal is an open-cut coal mine 100 per cent owned by BHP. Located in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales it's the largest producer of energy coal in the region, operating alongside olive growers, wine makers, horse breeders and the nearby residential community of Muswellbrook.
Our greatest asset is and has always been our people and communities, which is why we are committed to working together on our Pathway to 2030 - a program to responsibly close Mt Arthur Coal. We are about doing the right thing and working with everyone to co-create a shared vision for the future of the region.
About the role
Reporting to the Superintendent Statutory Mechanical Engineer, this role will provide engineering support and solutions for the broader site at Mt Arthur Coal. Interfacing with a diverse group of stakeholders and departments, you will be able to demonstrate your problem solving and influencing skills to identify right-fix solutions and support the ongoing integrity of the site.
The role is residential to Muswellbrook and surrounds, where the mine is located. Mt Arthur supports flexible work arrangements however the role requires majority of time onsite. Flexible arrangements will be discussed with the right candidates.
In this role you will be responsible for:
• Statutory Compliance
• Incident investigation and reporting
• Introduction of equipment to site
• Liaising with production and engineering groups on equipment issues
• Provide technical and compliance support to production and maintenance departments
• Overseeing adherence to the site Management of Change procedure and asset integrity management
• Provide technical input into equipment procurement ensure Safety, Constructability, Operability and Maintainability is preserved throughout the lifecycle of the asset
Working at an open-cut coal mine like Mt Arthur Coal involves certain risks, including operating in or around heavy machinery, exposure to environmental hazards such as tailings dams, and managing fatigue from long or night shifts. Before applying, please ensure you understand these risks and can commit to following all safety requirements and procedures designed to keep you and others safe.
About You
As a member of the Mt Arthur Coal Engineering team, the following attributes will be key to your success:
• You will hold tertiary qualifications in Mechanical, Structural or Mechatronic Engineering
• Engineering registration and/or Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status is desirable
• While not mandatory for the role, holding a NSW Mining & Petroleum Certificate of Competence as a Mechanical Engineer is desirable
• You will have experience working in mining, minerals processing, or another heavy industrial environment
• Well-developed communication and engagement skills with an interest in providing technical leadership, stewardship, support and solutions
• High levels of self-motivation, personal initiative, and professionalism
• A solid understanding of Asset Integrity, Maintenance and Reliability principles with previous experience in aligned industries including mining, oil & gas, chemical, minerals processing or heavy industry
• Demonstrated experience in providing technical input to design and project execution, with an overarching drive for safety leadership
Pathway to 2030 – be part of the legacy
Mt Arthur Coal is progressing toward a planned cessation of mining in 2030, with a clear focus on responsible operations, safe delivery and thoughtful transition planning.
This role offers a rare opportunity to:
• Be part of the legacy of one of NSW’s most significant mining operations
• Build your career through involvement in a mine closure process
• Contribute to rehabilitation planning and the transition of the site to its next productive land use
• Help define what “good” looks like in late life operations and responsible closure
About Our Process
At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
Please note as part of this recruitment process the successful applicant will need to conduct a Queensland legislated coal mine workers’ health assessment.
From 1 April 2023, ResHealth will be mandatory for the completion of coal mine workers’ health assessments, allowing you to submit, monitor and review the progress of your health assessment in a secure online environment. For more information please go to the ResHealth website.
If you are already employed directly by BHP, please log in using your BHP email address or apply via our internal jobs portal.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.