Company description: Whitehaven Coal Limited
Job description: Whitehaven Coal is proud to be the leading Australian ASX-listed producer of premium-quality coal. We currently operate four mines in NSW and we're excited to grow our QLD operations via the announced acquisition of 100% of BMA's Daunia and Blackwater coal mines in the Bowen Basin. Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal awards, recognizes and celebrates 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 Daunia Mine: Daunia is an established operation in the Bowen Basin, which has been producing high-quality metallurgical coal for the export market since 2013. It is located south-east of Moranbah, adjacent to Whitehaven's existing Winchester South development project. Daunia features state-of-the-art infrastructure and mining operations, including well-established autonomous equipment and infrastructure.
About the Role: Daunia Mine is the first large-scale autonomous metalliferous coal mine in Queensland and has a strong track record for industry-leading performance. We are enthusiastically seeking a talented professional to join our Mine Planning team in the role of Mining Engineer. The Mine Planning team has a wealth of autonomous related mine planning experience, and this is a fantastic opportunity to lead the design and haulage components and gain exposure to the future of open-cut mining.
What You'll Do: Coordinating short term design inventory and haulage scheduling Creating and maintaining an effective interface between short term and medium-term planning Identifying and implementing cultural and process improvement initiatives within the team and operation Ensuring that risk in the plan or designs are proactively identified, mitigated and where required adequately controlled Overseeing the implementation and ongoing governance of key standard operating procedures Coaching and mentoring our Mining Engineers Driving our safety culture through in-field engagement What You'll Bring: A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related discipline. Solid years' experience in truck and shovel design and/or execution. Experience using Spry, Deswik and Vulcan software packages preferable. Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to influence and communicate to a wide range of stakeholders. A flexible attitude and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and problem solve. Proven previous experience in a similar role at a senior level or ready to develop into a leader. Why Whitehaven Coal: FIFO, DIDO and residential opportunities on an 8/6 roster 26 weeks Paid Parental Leave Permanent full-time role with an Australian owned industry leader Competitive salary packages, with salary sacrificing options (local living & novated leases) Employee referral scheme - $4000 for successful 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. 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:
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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