Progress in mining over the centuries has been primarily driven by advances in the design of tools and machines. The next generation of mining will be driven by advances in data and technology.
That's where Komatsu's Smart Mining comes in. It's a combination of advanced machine sensors and control systems, automation technology and powerful data analysis. Here's your opportunity to join the team.
Overview No two days are the same as you work across our customer's mine sites applying your technical knowledge, project management & stakeholder management skills to solve technical issues and provide expert advice ensuring the best automation performance on our cutting-edge longwall mining equipment.
As C&A systems engineer, you'll act as control & automation technical liaison for Komatsu with our customer's operational and engineering teams.
Reporting to the longwall C&A delivery team leader, you'll build strong relationships with many internal departments, including sales, service, engineering & production.
Key functions of this role include: Conduct operational analysis and functional validation tests as required. Conduct and/or assist in investigations as required into safety and performance issues. Investigate reported automation and software functionality and reliability concerns, collect relevant data, generate a report for further engineering analysis and resolve where possible. Identify opportunities to optimise mining automation system performance and deliver improvement initiatives that exceed customer expectations. Visit operating longwall faces and work with customers to better understand their operational needs and help them achieve optimal performance of their Komatsu systems. Installation and commissioning of machine software at customer sites and rebuild facilities. Ensure problem free start-up of longwalls and commissioning, on time. Complete Audits and review drawings and BOM's providing related updates to engineering. Research and provide information to the service team in response to inquiries from the field. Drive rapid resolution of field issues. This position requires you to travel to customer's mine sites across QLD and NSW, and potentially overseas. You will be required to maintain relevant site inductions and be vigilant toward safety, ensuring the safety of all personnel & visitors.
Valued skills desired for this position: Trade or Engineering qualification in relevant discipline. At least 5 years' experience in mining manufacturing and engineering or in a similar heavy engineering environment with an emphasis on field applications. Exposure to automated mining systems and application in an underground environment. Experience in new product introduction for mining systems or heavy mobile machinery. Working knowledge of mining system planning and operation at a mine site. Demonstrated knowledge of field engineering problem identification and resolution processes. Demonstrated ability to complete detailed analysis and develop supporting documentation and reports. Detailed knowledge of appropriate Australian Standards, Mines Department regulations and Hazardous Area Standards. Excellent communication and time recording skills. Komatsu Benefits 12 weeks paid primary carer parental leave. Ability to purchase up to 10 additional annual leave days per annum. Access to discounts at over 400 different retailers Australia wide. Discounts on Apple, Dell, Lenovo and Microsoft products. Employee Referral Program offering a bonus of $3,000 if you successfully refer someone for a role. Discounted corporate rates with HCF and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program with total wellbeing solution provider Hunterlink. Discounts with Toyota & Orix. Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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