CHPP Operator / Maintainer - Electrical

Middlemount coal; Middlemount; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time position

Competitive hourly rate

7/7 rotating roster

Camp accommodation with gym facilities

Bus-In Bus-Out (BIBO) options

Job summary

Middlemount Coal seeks an experienced CHPP Electrical Operator/Maintainer to join the CHPP team on a permanent 7/7 roster. Reporting to the CHPP Supervisor, you will perform electrical inspections, preventative maintenance, fault finding and breakdown response while supporting plant operations such as stockpile management and mobile equipment operation.

You will work in a safety-focused environment with Queensland Electrical Work Licence and CHPP/coal processing experience highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated fault-finding on fixed plant equipment.
• Experience with CHPP or heavy industrial maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to operate CHPP equipment, loaders and stockpile dozers is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect and repair CHPP electrical equipment and infrastructure.
• Perform first response troubleshooting and breakdown repairs to minimise downtime.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance as per site procedures and OEM requirements.
• Ensure compliance with site safety systems and statutory requirements.
• Operate mobile equipment where authorised.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and collaborate with teams to meet production targets.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Preventative maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

Queensland Electrical Work Licence

Standard 11 Induction

Coal Board Medical (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Middlemount Coal Mine is located approximately 90 kilometres north-east of Emerald and 7 kilometres west of the township of Middlemount in Queensland's Bowen Basin.

Middlemount is an open-cut coal mining operation that utilises conventional truck and excavator mining methods. Since commencing full-scale operations in 2011, the mine has produced approximately 4 million tonnes per annum of premium coking and PCI coal for export markets. With an expected mine life of more than 30 years, Middlemount offers long-term career opportunities in a stable and growing mining operation.

Middlemount Coal Pty Ltd (MCPL) is an incorporated joint venture between Peabody Energy Australia Pty Ltd and Yancoal Australia Ltd.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated CHPP Electrical Operator/Maintainer to join our CHPP team on a permanent 7/7 roster.

Reporting to the CHPP Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting electrical inspections, preventative maintenance, fault finding and breakdown response, while also supporting plant operations including stockpile management and mobile equipment operation as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect and repair CHPP electrical equipment and infrastructure during scheduled maintenance and operational periods.
• Perform first response troubleshooting and breakdown repairs to minimise plant downtime.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance activities in accordance with site procedures and OEM requirements.
• Ensure compliance with site safety systems, statutory requirements and critical controls.
• Operate mobile equipment including loaders and stockpile dozers where authorised.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance and reliability.
• Work collaboratively with operations, maintenance and technical personnel to achieve production targets.

About You

You are a safety-focused team player who thrives in a dynamic mining environment and demonstrates a strong commitment to operational excellence.

• Queensland Electrical Work Licence.
• Previous CHPP, coal processing or heavy industrial maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated fault-finding and troubleshooting capability on fixed plant equipment.
• Experience operating CHPP equipment, loaders and stockpile dozers highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of safety risks and hazards within a coal handling and processing environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A positive, proactive and can-do attitude.
• Standard 11 Induction.
• Current Coal Board Medical (or ability to obtain).

Why Join Middlemount Coal?

Located just 15 minutes from site, employees enjoy a convenient commute with company-provided transport from camp to the operation. Camp accommodation is available, along with subsidised housing options within the Middlemount township.

At Middlemount Coal, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career with a supportive team and leadership group that values safety, development and performance.

• Permanent full-time position.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• 7/7 rotating day and night roster.
• Camp accommodation with gym facilities.
• Bus-In Bus-Out (BIBO) options from Mackay, Rockhampton and Bundaberg.
• Travel allowance.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Long-term employment opportunities within a stable operation.