Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.
Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.
About The Role – Operator Entry Level
We are the largest coal mining operator in this region. We know that one of our greatest assets is our people. That’s why we’re committed to attracting, motivating and retaining the very best.
We are the largest coal mining operator in this region. We know that one of our greatest assets is our people. That’s why we’re committed to attracting, motivating and retaining the very best.
Our current operating assets include three open cut and one underground mine all located in the Gunnedah Basin.
Our Open Cut operations are seeking safe and efficient production operators to join the team on a permanent basis. We have 25 positions available at our Maules Creek Coal Operations located: Off Therribri Road – Boggabri, NSW, 2382.
What You’ll Do
- Efficiently and safely operate excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, trucks, water truck, lighting plants and other equipment as required.
- Meet production and budgetary targets
- Demonstrate visible safe working practises and application of JSA’s
- Maintain a high work output level, and notify your supervisor immediately in important safety and / or production issues occur.
- Maintain housekeeping to a high standard, ensuring areas of responsibility are kept neat and tidy.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including site environmental policy.
What You’ll Bring
Operators who can demonstrate a commitment to safety, maintain a high work output level and contribute to a collaborative organisational culture. Requirements include:
- Willing to relocate and remain in the Gunnedah area for the duration of the contract (financial assistance provided for the right candidate)
- Ability to work 12.5 hour shifts on a rotating day and night roster
- Current Drivers Licence
- Strong Communication Skills
The Successful Candidates will;
- Work 30 - 40 hours per week or averaged out over the fixed-term contract
- Be available to commence work from 28 August, 2023
- Be available for a 3-to-4-year contract
- Undertake regular training to increase skills and capabilities
- Participate in the Visa process including prescribed medicine, drug and alcohol screening
- Attend & Pass Employment Medicals prior to relocation and once in country
- Traineeships will be offered during the fixed-term contract and will be discussed with candidates’ years
Why Whitehaven Coal?
We offer diverse opportunities in the thriving Gunnedah region and beyond where you can aim high and grow your career.
We offer diverse opportunities in the thriving Gunnedah region and beyond where you can aim high and grow your career.
We value our teams, and provide industry-leading benefits, such as:
- $27.59 p/h plus bonus structure – including $3k retention bonus paid every 3 months!
- Full Relocation packages on offer for the right candidate
- 5 weeks annual leave & 26 weeks maternity leave
Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We are striving for an inclusive workplace that brings people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes applicants of diversity of gender, culture and experience.
Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.
To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
Reward. Opportunity. Recognition.
- Job Family MCC_OPERATIONS
- Job Function Maules Creek Mine
- Pay Type Hourly
- Company Vehicle Not Applicable
