Underground Mining Operator- Narrabri

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 Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About The Role

Our Mining Operators support our Underground Mining Operations by providing safe and efficient operational support across Longwall and Development so that the mines production and budgetary targets are met. We operate a variety of roster patterns including rotating mid-week and weekends.

We currently have 4 positions available and these are offered on a Residential or DIDO basis. Relocation assistance can be provided to candidates looking to move to the area.

What You’ll Do

• Operate plant and equipment where trained and authorised in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with relevant rules and procedures.
• Inspect and service equipment, and communicate the equipment status to all relevant personnel.
• Report all incidents, non-conformances, defects or hazards to the Deputy.
• Maintain the designated mine housekeeping standards.
• Participate under the direction of the Deputy in all operational tasks that you are trained and competent.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience working on a Development or Longwall Production face
• Previous experience as a Miner Driver (desired)
• First Aid Certificate

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Automated Longwall |Top of Range Equipment
• Full Relocation Packages
• Access to Salary Packaging & Salary Sacrifice Opportunities
• 26 Weeks Paid Parental 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. 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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