CHPP Operator

Peabody Energy; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential relocation benefits

Employee assistance program

Novated vehicle leasing

Health and lifestyle benefits (WHEREIF

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Peabody Energy invites applications for a CHPP Operator / Maintainer at Wambo Mine. Reporting to the CHPP Production Supervisor, you will operate and maintain the coal handling plant to meet production targets and quality specs.

Working a 4 Panel Rotating Rostering pattern (12‑hour day and night shifts, 2-3-3-2), you will apply fault-finding skills, conduct inspections and support safety and continuous improvement across the CHPP and surrounding equipment.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification is required.
• Proven ability in mechanical fault-finding and maintenance.
• Experience with conveyors, pumps, crushers, screens and related plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate all CHPP areas in line with production schedules.
• Monitor plant performance and optimise production and product quality.
• Operate control room systems and respond to alarms.
• Perform routine inspections and identify faults or issues.
• Carry out first-response troubleshooting and breakdown maintenance.
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections and work orders.
• Operate train loading facilities per schedules and stockpile requirements.
• Assist with planned shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Identify and report hazards and safety concerns.
• Maintain housekeeping and comply with site procedures.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance to optimise plant performance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fault-finding

Teamwork

Safety culture

Communication

Education

Trade qualification

Driver's Licence

Job description

CHPP Operator – Wambo Mine

Delivering Value – The Wambo Way

Peabody is the leading global pure-play coal company, serving power and steel customers in more than 25 countries on six continents. The company offers significant scale, high-quality assets, and diversity in geography and products Peabody is guided by seven core values: safety, customer focus, leadership, people, excellence, integrity and sustainability

At Wambo, we are committed to providing value, complex services, and CHPP capacity for all our stakeholders. Guided by The Wambo Way, we live our values, recognise performance, collaborate with stakeholders, and honour our history while focusing on the future.

We offer an inclusive work environment and engage, recognise and develop our employees.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced CHPP Operator / Maintainer to join our Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP) team at Wambo. Reporting to the CHPP Production Supervisor, this hands‑on, trade‑based position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the CHPP, ensuring production targets, coal quality specifications and operational performance objectives are achieved.

Work a lifestyle friendly 4 Panel Rotating Roster (12-hour day and night shifts) offering a 2-3-3-2 pattern and excellent work‑life balance.

This role combines both operational and maintenance responsibilities, requiring strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Your key responsibilities

• Safely operate all areas of the CHPP in line with production schedules.
• Monitor plant performance and optimise production and product quality.
• Operate control room systems and respond appropriately to operational alarms.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify equipment faults or process issues.
• Perform first‑response troubleshooting and breakdown maintenance activities.
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections and associated work orders.
• Operate train loading facilities in line with train schedules and stockpile blend requirements.
• Operate stockpile dozers to manage, maintain and reclaim product coal stockpiles.
• Support planned shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Identify, report and act on hazards and safety concerns.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and compliance with site procedures.
• Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to optimise plant performance.
• Participate in activities including confined space entry, working at heights and dogging tasks as required.

About you

• A relevant trade qualification.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Previous experience within a CHPP, coal mining or heavy industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding capability.
• Experience working with conveyors, pumps, crushers, screens and associated plant equipment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Highly regarded (but not essential)

• Stockpile dozer experience.
• Relevant mining competencies and industry tickets.
• Experience with train loading operations and stockpile management.

The lifestyle

This position is offered on a Monday to Friday roster, providing a balanced work‑life schedule and supporting a residential lifestyle in the beautiful Mudgee region.

Peabody Energy also offers the following:

• Potential relocation benefits for eligible vacancies
• Employee assistance program available for yourself and immediate family
• Novated vehicle leasing available
• Health and lifestyle benefits (WHEREFIT)
• Employee recognition program

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States and Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.