PLC and Automation Engineer
Location: Ulan, NSW, Australia
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
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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
For more information about Ulan, click here.
For information about Mudgee, click here.
Applications Close: 10th May 2026
For further information please contact: Marli Hungerford, HR Officer on (02) 6372 5175
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