Longwall Manager

Location: Glenden, QLD, AU Postal Code: 4743

Department: Operations

Opportunity

Are you ready to lead one of Australia’s most significant longwall restarts? As the Longwall Manager at Centurion, you will hold a career defining mandate: to architect the operational framework, drive the ramp‑up, and lead the long‑term performance of a premier underground asset. You will report to the General Manager and have full accountability for the Longwall department, ensuring that safety, production, and innovation are woven into the fabric of the site from day one.

Impact

- Provide executive oversight of the Longwall department, moving beyond daily tasks to drive long‑term production strategy and operational excellence.
- Play a pivotal role in optimising longwall operation, ensuring systems, people, and equipment are primed for success.
- Partner with Maintenance, Tech Services, and Mine Planning to ensure a seamless, integrated approach to production.
- Champion a high performance safety culture, ensuring robust hazard identification, risk control, and compliance with all statutory requirements.
- Monitor equipment health, productivity trends, and departmental budgets to deliver sustainable commercial outcomes.
- Build and mentor a high calibre crew, promoting a culture of accountability, skill development and professional pride.

About You





You are a seasoned mining leader with a reputation for delivering results in complex underground environments. You thrive on the challenge of a ramp‑up and possess the “outside the box” thinking required to optimise a world‑class longwall system.

- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in senior longwall leadership roles (Manager or Superintendent level).
- Highly desirable to hold QLD Statutory Supervisor qualifications (S1, S2, S3, and G2) or a First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
- Exceptional knowledge of modern longwall equipment, automated systems, and strata control.
- A proven track record of building high performing teams and driving behavioural safety leadership.

Benefits

- 9‑day fortnight – travel on work time with earlier finishes on your last day of the week.
- FIFO from Brisbane, with salary‑sacrifice flights available from your home base to Brisbane.
- Full domestic relocation support if you choose to call Mackay or Moranbah home.
- Highly competitive salary package plus executive bonus structure.
- Rare career stability with a 40+ year life of mine.

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading global coal producer, serving customers in 26 countries. Our commitment to sustainability and inclusive work environments shapes our strategy for the future. We strive to create a culture where all employees are treated with fairness, respect, and the chance to excel.

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