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Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.
As a PLC/Automation Engineer at Ulan Underground Mine, you will operate as a part of the engineering team reporting into the Engineering Manager. Ulan Underground is an established, efficient and high production underground longwall coal mining operation in the western coalfields of NSW. With state-of-the-art mining equipment and the latest technologies, we are leading exporters in thermal coal.
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate has the following skills and experiences:
An electrical trade qualification and/or tertiary Engineering qualification,
In-depth knowledge of SCADA systems and Rockwell Automation software
Knowledge and experience in IT networking and system administration would be desirable.
Lead, maintain and develop the automation equipment and communication systems across the operation
Strong focus on system reliability, supervising personnel and continuous improvement aligned to delivering Mine site outputs.
About Ulan Coal Complex
Ulan Coal Mines has attracted people from all over Australia (and the world) who are drawn to the idea of launching or developing a mining career with the added benefit of comfortable residential-based work arrangement and family friendly lifestyle. The Ulan Complex is comprised of Ulan Underground Mine, Ulan West Mine, and Ulan Surface Operations. The Complex has two established, efficient, and high production underground longwall coal mining operation in the western coalfields of NSW. We are an established, efficient, and high production underground longwall coal mining operation in the western coalfields of NSW. With state-of-the-art mining equipment, the latest technologies, and best in class safety practices, we are leading exporters in thermal coal.
Make the move to Mudgee and benefit from:
Regional Allowance
Relocation Assistance
Novated Leasing & Salary Packaging
Gym Subsidies and Pool Season Passes
Education Assistance
Formal and informal career development
State of the art Sporting Complex
Brand new Hospital and Health Care Facilities
Lively community, with markets, music and festivals
Award-winning wine region
3.5 hours to Newcastle and Sydney
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Applications Close: 10th May 2026
For further information please contact: Marli Hungerford, HR Officer on (02) 6372 5175
Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.
We are among Australia’s largest producers and marketers of natural resources, connecting Australian resources from 22 active mining operations with industrial customers around the world.
Through our diverse portfolio, we supply the resources that help advance everyday life.
Our coal business helps meet the energy and steel-making needs of today, while our copper, zinc, nickel and cobalt operations will help transition Australia and the world to a low-carbon future.
We are one of the world’s largest diversified natural resource companies.
Australia is an important part of Glencore's business, with over 17,000 employees and contractors contributing significantly to regional, state and national economies.
Our operations are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory, with our Australian headquarters in Sydney and offices in Brisbane, Perth and Newcastle.
