CHPP Electrician

XPS Materials Group; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation

Meals provided

Annual health & wellbeing reimb.

Training & development opportunities

Long term Life of Mine

Job summary

Glencore's Collinsville Open Cut is seeking an Electrical tradesperson to operate and optimise the CHPP fixed plant. Reporting to the CHPP Supervisor, you will monitor plant conditions, respond to breakdowns, and work with a team to sustain safe, efficient production.

Ideal candidates hold an electrical trade qualification with CHPP experience, strong safety discipline, and a proactive approach to plant housekeeping and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification with CHPP fixed plant operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular CHPP plant inspections to monitor operating conditions and maximise efficiency.
• Respond to plant breakdowns to support timely production restoration.
• Safely operate mobile equipment including loaders and ancillary gear.
• Operate train load-out systems per site procedures.
• Maintain product stockpiles to meet production needs.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across CHPP.
• Contribute to operational improvement to enhance plant performance.
• Provide operational feedback to support CHPP planning and performance.
• Support the CHPP team to deliver safe, reliable production outcomes.

Skills

Electrical trade qualification

Safety culture

Teamwork

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Collinsville Open Cut is Queensland’s oldest existing coal mine, with a long history of producing quality metallurgical and thermal coal for export markets. Located approximately 160 km from Airlie Beach in North Queensland, the operation combines the experience of an established mine with a workforce focused on getting the job done safely and effectively. With a strong connection to the local community and a practical, hands‑on approach, Collinsville is a place where people work together, share their experience and look for better ways to do things.

Reporting to the CHPP Supervisor and Superintendent, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of CHPP fixed plant assets. You will work collaboratively within a dynamic operations team, utilising available resources to optimise plant performance, equipment availability, and production outcomes. This role is well suited to an electrical tradesperson with strong operational discipline, a high regard for safety, and a proactive approach to plant optimisation and housekeeping.

Core accountabilities include:

• Conduct regular CHPP plant inspections to monitor operating conditions and maximise efficiency
• Respond to and assist with plant breakdowns to support the timely restoration of operations
• Safely and efficiently operate mobile equipment, including loaders and ancillary equipment
• Operate train load‑out systems in accordance with site procedures
• Manage and maintain product stockpiles to meet production requirements
• Maintain a consistently high standard of housekeeping across the CHPP
• Participate in operational improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance
• Provide accurate operational feedback and information to support CHPP planning and performance
• Support the CHPP team to deliver safe, reliable, and cost‑effective production outcomes aligned with site target

About you:

• Electrical trade qualification with experience in a CHPP fixed plant operations environment (Highly desirable)

• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence

• Ability to identify abnormal plant conditions and respond effectively

• Clear communication skills and a disciplined approach to procedures

• Proactive, team‑focused attitude

What we offer:

• Highly competitive Enterprise Agreement position.
• Long term Life of Mine.
• Permanent full-time position.
• 7/7 Day‑Night Rotating Roster.
• Camp accommodation and meals provided.
• Annual Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement.
• Reward & recognition initiatives.
• Training & Development Opportunities.

For Further Information

Please contact Murray Kimmorley on 0408 918 587.

Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.