CHPP Operator - Electrical Trade (Rix's Creek Mine)

The Bloomfield Group; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bloomfield Group invites you to join the Rix’s Creek Mine team as an experienced CHPP Operator - Electrical Tradesperson. You will operate the CHPP safely and efficiently, applying your electrical trade qualifications to support coal processing and maintenance targets.

This Monday to Friday night shift role requires CHPP operating experience, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively with a dedicated team to meet production goals while upholding compliance and quality

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices.
• Electrical Trade Qualification with NSW Qualified Electrical Supervisors Certificate.
• CHPP operating experience.
• Sound knowledge of coal processing.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and statutory requirements.
• Experience in troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills; valid NSW Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate the CHPP in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
• Collaborate with the team on safety, maintenance and production goals.
• Perform quality inspections of CHPP equipment and areas, documenting as per legislative and operational requirements.
• Utilise processing expertise to deliver a high standard of operation.
• Proactively identify potential issues and approvals for breakdown repairs.
• Provide quality trade-based maintenance in the washery and on associated coal handling infrastructure.

Skills

Safe work practices

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Electrical Trade Qualification with NSW Qualified Electrical Supervisors Certificate

Tools

High Voltage training

Job description

CHPP OPERATOR - ELECTRICAL TRADE, Night Shift Roster, Rix’s Creek Mine

About The Role

Are you an experienced Electrical Tradesperson with CHPP operational experience looking for your next opportunity? The Bloomfield Group invites you to join our team at Rix's Creek Mine in an exciting Electrical Tradesperson role.

As a member of our team, your coal processing and maintenance expertise will be crucial in the safe and efficient operation of the CHPP, playing an integral role in achieving both safety and production targets.

Please note this role will work a Monday to Friday night shift roster.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the CHPP in a safe, efficient and productive manner
• Collaborate with the team on meeting safety, maintenance and production goals through efficient practices
• Perform quality inspections of CHPP equipment and areas, documenting as per legislative and operational requirements
• Utilise your processing expertise to deliver a high standard of operation, contributing to the smooth functioning of the CHPP
• Utilise your trade /operating skills to proactively identify potential issues
• Safely and efficiently provide breakdown repairs
• Provide quality trade-based maintenance in the washery and on associated coal handling infrastructure

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
• Electrical Trade Qualification with NSW Qualified Electrical Supervisors Certificate
• CHPP operating experience
• Sound knowledge of coal processing
• Knowledge of relevant standards and statutory requirements
• Experience in troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with fellow team members
• Current NSW Driver's Licence

Desirable Criteria

• Experience maintaining open cut earth moving equipment
• Relevant work cover tickets C6, EWP, forklift, confined space
• High Voltage training and experience

Working with The Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud Australian mining and engineering business that has been part of the Hunter Valley community for over 85 years, employing around 600 local people.

We own and operate two open‑cut coal mines - Rix’s Creek near Singleton and Bloomfield Mine near Maitland - along with Kings Engineering and Biodiesel Industries Australia.

Investing in our people and our community

Through the Bloomfield Group Foundation, we support vulnerable young people, medical and health research, and a wide range of programs that enrich Hunter Valley communities.

Our values guide how we work: We Care. We Deliver.

• We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our community and the environment.
• We work together with integrity to achieve safety, operational best practice, customer satisfaction and compliance.

This position requires an individual who aligns with these values.

The Bloomfield Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, priding itself on an inclusive workplace. All applicants must be able to evidence their Right To Work in Australia.

To find out more about the Bloomfield Group, please visit www.bloomcoll.com.au.