Control Systems Engineer

- Competitive salary package including a healthy bonus structure

- Work on major global automation projects using world-class manufacturing technology

- Join a team-oriented team with genuine opportunities for career growth and development

At Dyno Nobel Limited our people vision is to unlock our people capability and culture to create protected, inclusive and high performing teams on the ground.

The Role

We are seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join our Engineering & Reliability team at Helidon. This position exists to support reliable manufacturing operations through the optimisation, maintenance and continuous improvement of our control systems and automation technologies. You'll have the opportunity to work with world-class manufacturing equipment, contribute to significant automation projects and play an important role in improving the reliability, safety and performance of our operations.

You will also be responsible for:

- Developing preventative, predictive and reactive activities to support reliable control systems operation

- Analysing machine performance and implementing system improvements to optimise reliability and efficiency

- Supporting automation, control systems and continuous improvement projects across the site

- Troubleshooting PLCs, automation equipment and control systems to minimise downtime and improve performance

- Ensuring all modifications to plant and equipment comply with established Change Management processes

- Collaborating with engineering, maintenance and operational teams to improve asset performance and production outcomes

What you'll bring

We are looking for a motivated engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, working with automation technologies and identifying opportunities to improve manufacturing performance in a safety-focused setting.

You will also have

- You must be committed to positively contributing to our safe, inclusive and high-performance culture
- A Bachelor Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechatronics, Electrical, Automation or a related discipline





- Experience working within manufacturing, automation or discrete manufacturing environments

- Experience and knowledge of PLCs, industrial automation and control technologies
- The ability to obtain a QLD Explosives Security Clearance (including National Police Check)

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100% we still want to hear from you.

Benefits to you

- We are a team focused on safety, inclusion and high performance

- 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, 3 weeks for secondary carer

- Superannuation paid on unpaid parental leave, up to 12 months

- Salary packaging options

- Confidential employee assistance program

- Mental Health and Well-being program

- Various corporate discount programs

- Workplace giving charitable scheme

- Opportunities for career progression through succession planning and development reviews

Helidon

Our facility in Helidon, South East Queensland, benefits from a strategically convenient location near the Warrego Highway, offering accessibility to major freight routes in every direction. Positioned adjacent to the QLD DEEDI Explosive Reserve and just 1km from our domestic freight provider, we enjoy an ideal location for streamlined operations. Established in 1988, our 400-acre site is purpose-built for the safe assembly and distribution of Nonel detonator assemblies, vital for supporting the mining and civil works industries.

About Us

Dyno Nobel

Dyno Nobel is a global expert in commercial explosives, delivering ground-breaking performance through practical innovation.



We provide blasting solutions and quality explosives products to customers in many parts of the world, playing an important role in supporting the extraction of the minerals required to meet the world’s demand for energy, infrastructure and consumer goods.

With a long history of technical innovation and excellence in collaborative partnerships, Dyno Nobel understands our customer needs for today and the solutions they need for their mining operations in the future.

Leveraging diversity through inclusion

At Dyno Nobel Limited, we believe in the strength of diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment that is safe, equitable, and embraces differences to enhance performance. We go beyond 'diversity of thought,' valuing people from a variety of backgrounds and encourage applicants from diverse identities. Our commitment extends to helping our team excel at work while achieving a harmonious work-life balance.

To support this, we offer a range of work styles and a paid parental leave policy, ensuring our team thrives both personally and professionally. Apply now to be part of our inclusive and thriving community.

What our employee’s say

“It has been refreshing to come into a crew that has been open with sharing knowledge and happy to help wherever and whenever they can.”

About our process

Our recruitment process typically involves a teams or face to face interview, reference checks, and a medical check. It may also include a site visit and psychometric testing.

We value diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring a welcoming experience for all candidates. We encourage you to share any support or adjustments you need to be at your best during our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs may be daunting, so if you have any questions before or during your application, please get in touch at [email protected] .

Please note that this email is for enquiries only, we cannot accept resumes via email. To apply, please follow the instructions provided in the job posting.

📌 Controls Systems Engineer (Australia)
🏢 Dyno Nobel
📍 Australia