Senior Control Systems Engineer - FIFO

Senior Control Systems Engineer | Mining & Process Operations About the Role We are seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer to join a major mining operation, providing frontline automation and process control support across a large-scale processing facility. This hands-on role will play a key part in maintaining system reliability, improving plant performance, and delivering continuous improvement initiatives within a safety-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable, and effective operation and maintenance of site-wide control systems
• Deliver frontline engineering support to operations, maintenance, and project teams
• Perform preventative maintenance, system audits, software updates, and compliance checks
• Lead troubleshooting and fault-finding activities, including root cause investigations
• Manage control system changes in line with site governance procedures
• Identify and execute improvement opportunities and small capital projects
• Monitor and optimise automation system performance to improve operational outcomes
• Maintain the integrity and cybersecurity of industrial control systems
• Mentor and support site personnel on control systems best practice
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align automation solutions with operational requirements
• Promote a strong safety culture and contribute to ongoing safety initiatives
• Support team development through coaching and knowledge sharing
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and budget activities where required

About You You are a proactive automation and control systems professional with strong technical capability and a passion for solving complex operational challenges.
You will bring:

• Minimum 5 years' experience within mining, mineral processing, energy, or heavy industrial environments
• Electrical & Instrumentation trade background with automation experience, or an Engineering degree in Electrical, Electronics, Process Control, Mechatronics, or related discipline
• Experience with distributed control systems (DCS)
• Exposure to PLC platforms including Rockwell/Allen-Bradley systems
• Knowledge of SCADA and HMI applications
• Understanding of industrial communication networks and protocols
• Experience working with historian and operational data platforms
• Basic networking and industrial infrastructure knowledge
• Competency with Microsoft Office and CMMS/ERP systems
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Career progression opportunities within a growing operation
• Salary packaging and employee benefits program
• Paid parental leave and wellbeing initiatives
• Income protection and additional employee support programs
• Opportunity to work on long-life mining and processing assets

The Opportunity Join a well-established resources operation with a strong pipeline of work and a long-term future. This role offers the chance to contribute to critical production systems while working within a collaborative team environment that values safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Keen to learn more? Reach out to Adam@techresources.com.au