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Operator Coal Mining

Whitehaven Coal

Blackwater, QLD
Residential
7/7

Job Description

About Blackwater Mine

Blackwater is one of the region’s most significant coal operations — a site with scale, momentum, and a strong future. The mine plays a major role in supplying high-quality coal to domestic and international markets, and every shift contributes directly to meeting production targets.

About the Role

  • Maintain haul roads, intersections, ramps and access areas in line with site SHMS requirements.
  • Report to the Coal Team Coordinators.
  • Work a 7/7 day-shift-only roster.

About You

We are looking for operators who demonstrate:

  • Strong commitment to safety and environmental standards
  • Team-focused and proactive approach
  • High standards of equipment care and housekeeping
  • Compliance with mine procedures, SOPs and SWIs
  • Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic

Key / Highly Desirable Skills

  • Experience operating:
    • Tracked Dozer
    • Hydraulic Excavator
    • Grader
    • Wheel Loader
    • Wheeled Dozer
    • Medium & Light Vehicles
  • Certificate IV in Training & Assessment

Why Whitehaven Coal?

  • 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
  • $4k for successful employee referrals
  • Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative

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.

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