Operator Maintainer - Gunnedah CHPP

Operator Maintainer - Gunnedah CHPP

Gunnedah NSW 2380, Australia Req #1101 Friday, 14 June 2024

Whitehaven Coal  is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of  S afety , T eamwork , R espect , I ntegrity , V alue and  E xcellence.

About The Role

An outstanding opportunity has become available for an experienced Operator Maintainer at our Gunnedah CHPP. The CHPP Operator Maintainer is responsible for operating, monitoring, maintaining the Coal Handling Preparation Plant.

What You’ll Do

Operating various machinery including loaders & dozers with manual maintenance work

Assist in resolution of mechanical issues relating to performance and availability

Undertake inspections ensuring all equipment is operating to the correct standards

Comply with all safety and PPE requirements and promoting mine safety

Variety of team based and autonomous duties involving plant operation and maintenance work

What You’ll Bring

Recognised Qualifications in Mechanical Fitter / Boilermaker trade (essential)

5 Years’ experience in a coal mine (desirable)

Experience in safe efficient operations and maintenance of Coal Handling and Preparation Plants

Ability to work fortnightly weekends

Why Whitehaven Coal? 

3/2 Roster

Full time permanent role with attractive wage and bonus structure

Career and skills development to help our people reach their highest potential

Relocation packages provided or temporary accommodation for 3 months

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 strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

Whitehaven Coal  is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment.