Superintendent Engineering

CORONADO GLOBAL RESOURCES is a leading international producer of high-quality Metallurgical Coal. Our global operations are located in two of the world's largest and most productive metallurgical coal basins, the Bowen Basin in Queensland and the Central Appalachian region of the US. 

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Superintendent Engineering to join our Curragh Engineering team. Reporting to the Manager Engineering, this leadership role will be responsible for driving the safe and successful delivery of multi-discipline engineering projects across our business.

About the Role

As Superintendent, you will lead a high-performing team, providing expertise across reliability, electrical, structural, and mechanical disciplines. You'll manage the full lifecycle of projects – from feasibility studies through to commissioning, while ensuring alignment with Curragh's capital processes, engineering standards, and safety frameworks.

This is a career-defining leadership opportunity offering clear accountability, a strong platform for professional growth, and the autonomy to make a meaningful impact on one of Australia's largest metallurgical coal operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and mentor a diverse team of engineers to ensure sustainable succession planning.
• Plan, control, and deliver assigned projects safely, on time, and on budget.
• Manage project documentation, compliance, and reporting in line with Curragh frameworks.
• Oversee feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, and business cases to secure approvals.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, asset reliability, and change management.
• Champion safe work practices and ensure compliance with SHMS requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across site and the wider business.

About You

You are a results-driven leader with strong technical and project management expertise, coupled with a collaborative leadership style. You thrive on building relationships, driving improvement, and delivering practical engineering solutions that enhance reliability and performance.

Key Experience & Qualifications

• Proven track record of engineering experience, preferably in coal or heavy industry.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams and deliver complex projects.
• Demonstrated financial and project management capability.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical).

Why Join Us?

At Coronado, we're more than just a leading producer of metallurgical coal - we're a team that values people, progress, and community. Whether you're building your career or seeking your next challenge, we offer real opportunities to grow and thrive.

• Where You Call Home Is Up to You: Whether that's DIDO from the Capricorn Coast (just 2 hours away), or living locally in the friendly and welcoming community of Blackwater. We've got options to make work-life balance achievable, no matter where you're based.
• Relocation & Housing Support: We'll take care of the logistics  - and the cost of your move to Blackwater, so you can focus on settling in. You'll have access to subsidised company housing with options to suit your lifestyle, whether that's camp-style accommodation (with all meals & weekly cleaning included), a private unit, or a house suited to your family.
• Attractive Package: Receive a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and 5 weeks of annual leave to support your downtime and personal goals.
• Career Development: Be part of a global business with strong local roots, where you'll have access to training, mentoring, and internal progression pathways.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay well with subsidised gym memberships and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives designed to support your physical and mental health.

Join us at Curragh Mine and be part of a global resources business where your leadership and engineering expertise will make a real difference.

Applications Close 9th October Apply Now