Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Cadia
Our Cadia Valley Operation in New South Wales is situated about 25 kilometers from Orange and 250 kilometers west of Sydney. Cadia produces gold doré bars from a gravity circuit and gold-rich copper concentrates from a flotation circuit. The operation includes the Cadia East Mine which is globally renowned for its use of block caving, a large-scale underground mining method.
We acknowledge the Wiradjuri people, traditional custodians of the land surrounding Cadia, and proudly run an Indigenous Buddy Program to enrich the workplace experience our Indigenous employees. As a residential (drive-in / drive-out) mine, Cadia values community deeply, offering both financial and in-kind support to organizations across Blayney, Cabonne, and Orange townships. The Orange region is often referred to as the gateway to Country New South Wales with acclaimed wineries, fine dining, annual festivals and charming heritage villages making for an unparalleled work-life balance.
Reporting to the Supervisor – Technology, the Process Control Engineer will design, develop and implement process control systems for Newmont Cadia.
The scope of the role will encompass troubleshooting, maintenance, system upgrades and enhancements, testing and commissioning, you will also provide training to operators and maintenance personnel. Ideally you will have had exposure in the following packages: Yokogawa Centum VP DCS, Rockwell Control / Compact Logix PLCs, Siemens S7 PLC and Plant SCADA HMI systems.
Key responsibilities include: Monitor the site PCS infrastructure status and resolve any issues identifiedImplement minor temporary and permanent change requests to PCS software/applicationExecute and/or support projects impacting on site PCSLead daily PCS pre-start meetings and checks and respond to key metrics including alarm rates & controller performanceParticipate in site operations and maintenance pre-start and handover meetings, remaining informed of site priorities, issues and initiativesAssist with diagnosis and resolution of operations and maintenance issues related to the PCS.Perform internal auditing and preventative maintenance, minor upgrades and validation of spares for PCS infrastructureSupport the site OT infrastructure and applications, including the PI Historian suiteParticipation in the global process control community
The ideal candidate will have experience managing and maintaining process control systems in the resources industry while providing support to maintenance, control room, operations, metallurgical and projects departments.
You will also possess the following: Tertiary Qualification in industrial control systems engineering (or related discipline) or Electrical Trade certificate (currently hold a NSW Electrical Supervisors Licence)Experience in process control systems specialising in resources/heavy industryStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilityHigh attention to detail and effective communicationAbility to interact competently with stakeholders at various levels
*Please note the position is a site based residential role with an on-call component. 9-hour day 5/2- or 10-hour day 5/2 – 4/3 roster.
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, we believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together.
Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!