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Operational Technology Engineer
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  • Full time
  • Ravensworth, New South Wales, Australia
  • Maintenance - Supervisor Admin or Technical
Job ID JR105562 Closing date 09/03/2026 Last Updated 18/02/2026

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

MGO: Where our people make the difference

Mt Owen/Glendell Operations (MGO) is an open cut mining operation which utilises truck and excavator mining methods to produce thermal and semi-soft coking coal, which is predominantly exported for domestic power generation and use in steel production. We are located within the Hunter Coalfields at Hebden in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales.

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and experienced Operational Technology (OT) Engineer to join our Maintenance Team at MGO. Whether you are currently in a similar role or an experienced OT Technician ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

As part of the Maintenance team, this site-based position operates on a Monday to Friday dayshift roster across both the Open Cut and CHPP areas.

This position requires multitasking and the following of all policies and procedures implemented and maintained in accordance with the Glencore Management Framework.

The requirements for success in this role:

Your success in this role will be driven by your ability to manage and administer OT networks across site, while overseeing the design, maintenance, and security of MGO’s OT systems and infrastructure.

About you:

As the OT Engineer, you will understand the importance of clear communication and building strong stakeholder relationships. With a collaborative approach and ability to engage with various departments across site you recognise that not all stakeholders share the same technical background and you adapt your approach to suit your audience.

You will be committed to providing advice and support, identifying and investigating improvement opportunities, and maintaining best practice within the OT field. Drawing on both your engineering expertise and practical experience, you will take pride in supporting the development and mentoring of others within the team.

Essential - Qualifications and/or Experience in:

  • Electrical, Control, Software, IT, or Communication Engineering

  • Networks, industrial ethernet, fibre and wireless communication networks

  • Systems Administration; including server/SAN infrastructure and cyber security practices

  • Clustered virtual environments

  • Maintaining Windows AD user security, accounts, software, and updates

  • Open Cut Mining with fleet management systems (i.e. Leica, Modular, Minestar, Wenco)

Key Skills and Capabilities

  • Proficiency in Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and advanced computing skills, including MS CMD, Linux command line, SSH, and PowerShell

  • Ability to interpret industry-standard documentation and best practices and apply them within a heavy industrial environment

  • Demonstrated capability in designing, analysing, and developing bespoke software solutions

  • Project management skills, including developing, monitoring, and managing budgets

  • Experience reviewing asset management plans, conducting inspections and audits, and developing annual budgets for OT and IT equipment

  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure with competing priorities, including working outside normal business hours from time to time

Benefits for you:

  • Leadership Capability/Support: Supported by highly experienced leaders, you will be set up for success.

  • Site Culture: Our team culture is unique where our site is renowned for its good culture, diversity, and supportive team approach.

  • Remuneration: This position has an attractive remuneration package including performance-based bonuses.

  • Development: At MGO, we are highly focussed on developing our people and provide mentoring, coaching and education assistance.

  • Relocation assistance: Domestic relocation assistance is on offer.

  • Health & Welfare Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and subsidised gym memberships are available.

  • Career: Direct employment with an industry leader.

  • Location: Lifestyle location in the beautiful Hunter Valley.

You will have a high regard for the value of teamwork and the provision of visible leadership. The above qualities must be exercised to ensure MGO’s key values of Safety, Responsibility, Simplicity, Integrity, Openness and Entrepreneurialism are achieved.

For further information please contact: Chris Davis, Maintenance Manager - chris.davis@glencore.com.au

Applications close: Sunday, 8th March 2026

Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.