CHPP Operator Maintainer (electrical)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Local living benefit: mortgage/rental

Discounted Private Health

Novated vehicle leasing options

WHEREFIT wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Peabody Energy seeks an experienced Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) Operator with an electrical trade to join our high-performing team at Wilpinjong Mine, 58 km NE of Mudgee. You will operate the CHPP, manage stockpiles, and work with contractors on shutdowns while rotating tasks across the day.

The role involves safe, efficient production, hazard reporting, and first-response maintenance, with a family-friendly 5/4 roster. Relocation and living benefits are available.

Qualifications

• CHPP processing experience required.
• Electrical trade qualification required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and share information.
• Ability to work in a team environment and resolve conflicts.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the CHPP to optimise production.
• Identify, report and act on hazards.
• Perform first-response breakdown maintenance as needed.
• Operate stockpile dozers for coal stockpile management and train loading.
• Maintain CHPP equipment during scheduled maintenance.
• Keep CHPP and Train Loadout areas clean and safe.

Skills

CHPP processing experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Accountability

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Job description

About the Company

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

About the Company

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

About the role

We are currently seeking an experienced Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) Operator with an electrical trade to join our high performing team at our Wilpinjong mine.

Our Wilpinjong Mine is an open-cut mine located 58 kilometres northeast of Mudgee producing a high quality thermal coal for export and domestic markets. We have a mine life currently in the 2030s and are exploring options and designs to expand that for another decade.

Reporting to the CHPP Shift Supervisor, the scope of your role will be to operate all areas of the Coal Preparation plant in line with production schedules whilst working within a small crew.

The majority of trade work is completed by external contractors on planned regular shutdowns, so this is more of a processing and first pass maintaining / trade role with good variety.

Endeavouring to provide variety in the day, rotating the CHPP tasks through the day, duties will include

• Operate and monitor the preparation plant to optimise production.
• Identify, report and act on all hazards.
• Perform first response breakdown maintenance tasks as required.
• Operate stockpile dozers to manage the product coal stockpile, reclaim operations and train loading in line with schedules and blend parameters
• Maintain CHPP equipment as requested during scheduled maintenance periods.
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas of the CHPP and Train Loadout.

About you

• Candidate must have either
• CHPP Processing experience AND
• an electrical trade qualification
• Ability to communicate effectively and share knowledge and information.
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively resolve conflicts with fellow team members.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure.
• Able to take accountability for their own work and development.

The lifestyle

This position is offered on a family-friendly rotating panel 5/4 even time roster with a mix of days and nights, which really lets you take advantage from a residential lifestyle in nearby Mudgee district.

Why Mudgee?

• Award-Winning Destination: Mudgee was named Australia’s Top Tourism Town two years in a row and is the first town inducted into the Australian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame.
• Wine & Food Paradise: With over 40 boutique wineries, craft breweries, and farm-to-table dining, Mudgee is a haven for foodies and wine lovers.
• Natural Beauty & Outdoor Adventures: Surrounded by rolling hills, national parks, and scenic trails, Mudgee offers hiking, cycling, kayaking, and stunning lookouts—perfect for weekend adventures.
• Thriving Community & Culture: Enjoy a strong sense of community, local markets, art galleries, and festivals.
• Lifestyle & Convenience: Just 3.5 hours from Sydney, Mudgee combines country tranquility with modern amenities; quality schools, healthcare, and boutique shopping. Housing is more affordable than major cities, and the region offers excellent work-life balance.

Peabody Energy also offers the following

• Relocation support
• Local living benefit: Salary sacrifices up to 50% of mortgage interest or rental payments (for eligible employees).
• Discounted Private Health
• The opportunity to reduce tax through Novated vehicle leasing options.
• Over 2,000 health and wellness benefits through WHEREFIT.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. We employ around 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. We have set a company-wide ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

People are at the core of Peabody's ability to deliver business results and serve our communities and we offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognises, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect and are supported and engaged.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at Peabody Jobs