Senior Mining Engineer - Tarrawonga
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
The Senior Mining Engineer at Tarrawonga Mine is a key position responsible for ensuring the mining operations are efficiently managed, cost-effective, and fully compliant with safety and environmental standards.
This is an on-site role with a 9-day fortnight roster. Applicants must either reside in the Gunnedah region or be willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided).
What You’ll Do
- Provide technical support to mine operations, ensuring the site operates safely and reliably.
- Supervise and mentor mining engineers, aligning their work with business objectives.
- Lead the analysis and reporting of mining production data across the site.
- Identify opportunities for technical and business improvements to boost productivity and reduce costs.
- Ensure the production budget is met through effective planning, scheduling, and coordination of the mining fleet's activities.
What You’ll Bring
- Tertiary qualifications and extensive experience in Mining Engineering.
- Advanced skills in mine design and scheduling.
- Proficiency in mining software packages and engineering practices.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to perform well under pressure.
- Commitment to and active participation in our STRIVE Values (Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value, Excellence).
Why Whitehaven Coal?
- Permanent position | Competitive Salary & Bonus Scheme | 9-day Fortnight
- Opportunities for career development, mentorship, and coaching.
- 5 weeks of annual leave, 15 days of personal leave, and 26 weeks of parental leave.
- Comprehensive relocation package or temporary accommodation provided.
- Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing.
- Employee discounts on groceries, fuel, fashion, entertainment, and more.
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 working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment
Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.
To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
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Other details
- Job family GOC_OPERATIONS
- Job function Gunnedah Open Cuts
- Pay type Salary
- Gunnedah NSW 2380, Australia