• FIFO from Brisbane – 4 days on site, work from home Fridays
• Accommodation, meals and travel to site all covered
• Initial 3-month contract with strong chance of extension

Job Description

Join a leading coal operation on a 5-4-1 FIFO roster, driving operational readiness across mobile and fixed assets. Accommodation, travel and meals covered.

This is an initial 3-month contract engineering role, with the possibility of extension beyond this period, based on a FIFO coal mine site in Central Queensland (flying in and out via Emerald).

Why this role

• FIFO from Brisbane – 4 days on site, work from home Fridays (up to 50 hours per week)
• Accommodation, meals and travel to site all covered
• Initial 3-month contract with strong chance of extension

The Role

You will provide engineering expertise on site, working largely under the direction of the Engineering Superintendent, with a focus on operational readiness projects for both mobile and fixed assets.

Roster and Location

• Roster: 5-4-1; 4 days on site (fly up Monday morning, leave Thursday afternoon), 1 day remote (Friday), up to 50 hours per week
• Location: FIFO coal mine site in Central Queensland, flying in and out via Emerald
• Accommodation, meals, and travel to site all provided

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise and support across operational readiness projects for both mobile and fixed plant assets
• Work closely with and under the direction of the Engineering Superintendent to deliver on site engineering priorities
• Support the planning, review, and execution of readiness activities to ensure assets are prepared for operational handover
• Liaise with site operations, maintenance, and project teams to identify and resolve engineering issues affecting asset readiness
• Contribute technical input into design reviews, risk assessments, and readiness documentation as required
• Assist in identifying gaps or risks in mobile and fixed asset systems ahead of commissioning or operational use
• Maintain clear communication and reporting on project progress, issues, and outcomes to the Engineering Superintendent

Requirements

• Approved Coal Board Medical (essential)
• S1, S2, S3 or G2 certifications (ideal)