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Mining Operator - Tarrawonga

Gunnedah NSW 2380, Australia Req #679
Thursday, 5 September 2024

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
Whitehaven Coal have full-time opportunities for Production Operators at Tarrawonga mine! These permanent positions involve working a rotating days & nights, Monday-to-Friday Roster with 10.5-hour shifts, and the potential for overtime.

The successful applicant for the position will either reside in the Gunnedah region or be willing to relocate. Relocation Packages and Temporary Camp Accommodation available. 

What You’ll Do 

  • Operate our fleet of CAT 785, 789, and EH4000 trucks.
  • Achieve production goals while maintaining high levels of productivity.
  • Promote and practice safe working procedures, including the use of JSAs.
  • Uphold Whitehaven’s values and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture.

What You’ll Bring 

  • A strong commitment to safety, a solid work ethic, and a willingness to contribute to a collaborative work environment.
  • Experience in production mining, along with relevant competency statements or VOCs for equipment operation.
  • Willingness to live locally in the Gunnedah or Tamworth area, or the flexibility to relocate with financial assistance.
  • Availability to work 10.5-hour day and night shifts on a 5:2 roster.
  • A current driver’s license.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

We offer diverse opportunities in the thriving Gunnedah region where you can aim high and grow your career. We value our teams, and provide industry-leading benefits, such as:

  • 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 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.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.

 

Other details

  • Job family TAR_OPERATIONS
  • Job function Tarrawonga Mine
  • Pay type Hourly
  • Company Vehicle Not Applicable
Location on Google Maps
  • Gunnedah NSW 2380, Australia