Gas Drainage Engineer

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Oaky Creek Coal, a Glencore Managed Operation, produces high quality export coking coal. We are a large, dynamic mine with a proven track record. We’re professional, take personal ownership and we’re committed to providing exceptional outcomes all while delivering safe coal. At Oaky we know it’s our people that make it all possible. Our culture promotes teamwork and rewards dedicated people with a can-do spirit, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field.  We expect a lot, but we give a lot in return. We recognise and reward exceptional work.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, an opportunity exists for a proactive and organised Gas Drainage Engineer to join the Oaky Creek Coal team. As a member of the Technical Services team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient reduction and management of all relevant coal seam gases. The successful gas drainage engineer will use pre and post drainage to prevent outbursts and minimise any restriction on development and longwall mining rates.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Planning, managing, and installing UIS, SIS and goaf drainage systems
• Contract and Project Management
• Management of standards and systems

About you:

At Oaky Creek Coal, we hire for attitude and train for skill. We look for people who are adaptable, self-driven and think critically. As the successful Gas Drainage Engineer, you will have:

• At least two years’ experience in underground coal mining
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills, be an engaged and driven individual
• Relevant qualifications in either a Degree in Mining Engineering (or equivalent)
• Gas drainage experience preferred.

Just as importantly, we’ve worked hard to make sure you feel valued. In return, here are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Highly competitive mining salary plus annual short-term performance bonus
• 6 weeks annual leave per year
• Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave - one of the most generous long service leave schemes of any industry in the country
• Generously subsidised housing, or permanently allocated camp accommodation
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunities to salary sacrifice flights and/or enter into a novated lease vehicle arrangement
• Private Health or Salary Continuance reimbursement up to $3,500
• Active Lifestyle reimbursement for local amenities
• Years of service awards and Christmas gifts
• Town events and yearly Christmas parties 
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses up to $600
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to the whole family
• Provision for education assistance if you are wanting to further your studies down the track

The local town of Tieri has an exceptional standard of living and a vast array of facilities for adults and children. Visit www.tieri.com.au to see what it’s really like to live and work in this top little town.

Applications Close: 29 November 2024

As per company policy, internal applicants should discuss their interest in this position with their manager prior to applying. For further information please email oakycreekhr@glencore.com.au.

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