As a large open cut mining operation in the NSW Hunter Valley, HVO is a workplace where you can unearth opportunities. The opportunity to make a difference in a fast paced and exciting environment. To be empowered, have your opinions valued and your efforts rewarded. The opportunity to take charge of your career, starting with this role.
HVO is laying the foundation for the future by investing in equipment, technology and our people so we consistently achieve our goals and contribute positively to the environment and the community.
So, we are seeking a confident and enthusiastic person who share our values – Think Sharp, Dig In and Care - to join our high performing team.
Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.
Job Description
Reporting to the CHPP Senior Electrical Engineer, the CHPP Control Systems Engineer will be responsible for managing the PLC, SCADA and MES systems across HVO’s CHPP sites. This role serves a key function in supporting the reliability and performance of the operation. This will include technical support, fault-finding, improvement initiatives and project delivery.

About the role:

• Managing the control systems across the CHPP sites and continuously improving the control systems.
• Maintain, debug and update PLC code for the CHPP sites PLC systems.
• Maintain and update SCADA projects across the CHPP sites.
• Maintain Honeywell Production Manager delay and production reporting systems.
• Support the delivery of capital upgrade and improvement projects.
• Maintain wireless communications links to allow remote sites and equipment to communicate with the wider control system.
• Monitor and maintenance of networks to communicate with the wider site control system.

Roster and Location

• Monday to Friday professional roster
• Based at Hunter Valley Coal Preparation Plant

About You

• Relevant qualification in Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in control systems engineering in an industrial or mining environment.
• Experience with PLC and SCADA systems (Allen Bradley ControlLogix and Aveva PlantSCADA platforms), production and delay reporting systems and Siemens/CTI PLC platform (highly regarded).
• Desire to continually improve control systems with a focus towards best practice including the prioritisation and delivery of improvements initiatives and projects.
• Ability to build and foster strong working relationships within the CHPP department and with external consultants.

Employee benefits include:

• minimum five weeks annual leave
• market competitive salary
• a safe and enjoyable workplace where everyone is respected valued and empowered
• structured training and development to support and progress your career
• educational assistance
• a generous incentive program
• health and wellness reimbursement program
• paid parental leave
• salary sacrificing options
• private health insurance subsidies
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Did we mention the Hunter Valley offers a great lifestyle close to city services?
If you’re looking to unearth opportunities, we want to hear from you!
Applications close: 15th August 2025
Based on site at HVO
Hunter Valley Operations Location
Working for us isn’t like working at any old mine. We offer you the opportunity to grow and develop, and to manage your work life balance.
Providing you with healthy, safe, inclusive and equal opportunity work environment is our priority

• Managing the control systems across the CHPP sites and continuously improving the control systems.
• Maintain, debug and update PLC code for the CHPP sites PLC systems.
• Maintain and update SCADA projects across the CHPP sites.
• Maintain Honeywell Production Manager delay and production reporting systems.
• Support the delivery of capital upgrade and improvement projects.
• Maintain wireless communications links to allow remote sites and equipment to communicate with the wider control system.
• Monitor and maintenance of networks to communicate with the wider site control system