Mechanical Engineering Superintendent

Glencore Australia

Mechanical Engineering Superintendent at Glencore leading the Reliability and Improvement team to ensure high maintenance standards on site. Focused on operational strategy and technical support for maintenance activities.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeHail Creek • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and technical guidance in maintenance activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards and engineering protocols. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of preventative maintenance strategies and experience in managing engineering teams within the mining or heavy industry sectors.

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Mechanical Engineering QualificationsPreventative Maintenance StrategiesComputerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)Risk Management and Safety InspectionsLeadership and Team Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Technical Support for MaintenanceEngineering Standards MonitoringPerformance Target ManagementAnalytical and Problem-Solving SkillsHazard Identification Processes

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsResourcefulnessVersatilityDiplomacy

Tools & Technologies

SAP

Certifications & Qualifications

Mechanical Engineering Manager (MEM) Accountabilities

Industry Keywords

Mining IndustryHeavy IndustrySafety PerformanceWorkplace CultureStakeholder Liaison

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the Reliability and Improvement team.
Lead your team of Engineers to deliver the highest level of technical support for maintenance on site.
Provide leadership, direction and strategy to the site Operational and Capital expenditure programs.
Support installations, modifications and upgrades while aligning to site protocols.
Responsible for the monitoring and upkeep of the sites’ engineering standards.
Review engineering and maintenance systems and processes onsite.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Clear accountability to drive safety first and foremost, leading the way with hazard identification, risk management and safety inspections.
Mentor, guide and coach your team to deliver against performance targets and provide motivation to create an excellent working environment.
Maintain a high level of positive safety performance and workplace culture through teamwork, personal commitment, and application of the company values.
Provide technical guidance for maintenance activities to provide a high standard.
Comprehensive knowledge of preventative maintenance strategies and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) – SAP preferred.
Ability to liaise with key internal and external stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
Previous experience performing the same or similar role in the industry.
Sound knowledge of risk identification processes, safe work practices and relevant Australian standards.
High levels of resourcefulness, versatility, initiative, personal organisation, and diplomacy.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering and be willing to obtain and hold Mechanical Engineering Manager (MEM) accountabilities in the future.
Demonstrated experience in a similar role, along with proven front-line leadership capabilities and extensive experience within the mining or heavy industry sectors.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Monday to Friday roster with the ability to apply for a Nine-Day Fortnight Compressed Work Arrangement.
Direct employment with Glencore.
Competitive remuneration package with lifestyle benefits.
Annual short-term performance bonus.
Above-award annual leave entitlement.
Access to the Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave Scheme.
Education Assistance opportunities to support further study and professional development.
Ongoing career development and advancement opportunities within a global mining organisation.
Option to either live locally in one of the communities that surround our operation or stay on site in our amazing village.