Operational Technology Engineer
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Engineering
Systems Engineer
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Ravensworth Operations | Reliable – Adaptive – Valued
Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.
Ravensworth Operations comprises of Ravensworth Open Cut and the Coal Handling Preparation Plant that provides high quality coal for the export market. The operation has approval to mine over 14
Mtpa, with a long life of mine. Ideally located in NSW Hunter Valley near Singleton, willing applicants have the opportunity to live, work and play in a region that is synonymous with revitalisation and growth, is community minded and offers a mix of affordable living, quality education and outstanding sports and recreation facilities.
We are a dynamic mine committed to delivering safety and performance. Our success is underpinned by our values of openness, simplicity, integrity, safety, responsibility and entrepreneurialism
, that are embedded at every level of our operation. We promote a culture of growth and development and reward dedicated people who are ambassadors of our values and have the drive to be leaders in their field.
Come join our team and enjoy the rewards of a fulfilling career with an operation renowned for being Reliable ~ Adaptive ~ Valued
.
An opportunity exists for experienced Operational Technology Engineer, who is self-motivated and committed to developing a culture motivated by safety, quality and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Statutory Electrical Engineer, you will be primarily responsible for;
Operational Technology Network Design and Management- Coordinating multiple OT maintenance and project tasks across the complex.
- Ensuring reliability and availability KPI’s are achieved and delivery of optimum equipment performance in all areas of operations.
- Maintenance of OT documentation in line with statutory requirements and site standards.
- Development and implementation of actions for areas with poor technical performance.
- Determining network layout in compliance with GCAA OT Documentation.
- Determining required number and size of network segments and allocating VLAN IDs.
- Assigning network addresses to plant-level devices.
- Purchase, install, configure, and commission Site OT Firewall and other security tools.
- Maintain Site OT Firewall.
- Determine site wireless network security standards for PCN.
- Determine standards and procedures for connection of third-party devices to PCN.
- Manage connection of third-party devices to PCN.
- Purchase, install, configure, and commission OT devices (PLCs, cards, wireless links, PoE lighting systems, etc.).
- Maintain networking infrastructure.
- Connection and modification of devices.
- Set site standards for server hardware and computer hardware.
- Plan and monitor backups (schedule test restores, monitor reports, inform of new servers and workstations).
- Maintain site Design and Maintenance resources (users, computers, groups, permissions).
To be successful in this role, you will have;
- Strong Technical and Commercial understanding of the mining industry and experience in a similar role.
- Tertiary Qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Software, IT or Communications or Significant OT experience and Electrical Trade.
- Experience in mining management maintenance systems, policies and procedures.
- Experience in industrial ethernet, fibre, wireless (802.11), and Wireless Mesh type communication networks, IT user security, accounts software’s, windows domain controllers and server operating.
- Experience in IT networks; including server/SAN infrastructure and cyber security practices.
- Experience in ESX vSphere clustered virtual environment (build and maintain virtual servers).
- Experience with open cut mining fleet management systems (i.e. Leica, Modular, Minestar, Wenco or Guard Vant).
- Experience in database management (i.e. SQL).
The ideal applicant will embody a pro‑active attitude to safety, strong problem‑solving skills, an ability to work within a focused team and strong communication skills.
What we offer- An attractive remuneration package including short‑term performance‑based bonuses.
- A focus on your career progression…
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