CHPP Operator - Mechanical

Glencore Australia; Ravensworth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

6 weeks annual leave

Relocation assistance

Development opportunities

Health & Welfare benefits

Employee Assistance Program & gym subs

Job summary

Glencore Australia is seeking a motivated CHPP Operator for Mt Owen/Glendell Operations. You will operate CHPP and mobile equipment, maintain stockpile dozers, loaders and haul trucks, and contribute to safe, efficient production on a rotating 4/5/5 lifestyle roster in the Hunter Valley.

The role requires a formal mechanical trade qualification, strong safety mindset and good communication skills to support a positive team culture and achieve targets.

Qualifications

• Formal mechanical trade qualification.
• Experience operating ROM loaders, stockpile dozers and haul trucks in a CHPP setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP) and mobile equipment.
• Identify and communicate health, safety and environmental risks.
• Contribute to achieving target outputs safely and effectively.
• Follow site safety rules and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical trade

ROM loaders experience

Stockpile dozers

Haul trucks operation

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Education

Trade qualification (mechanical)

Tools

CHPP equipment operation

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

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

Mt Owen/Glendell Operations (MGO) is an open cut mining operation which utilises truck and excavator mining methods to produce thermal and semi-soft coking coal, which is predominantly exported for domestic power generation and use in steel production. We are located within the Hunter Coalfields at Hebden in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales.

An opportunity exists for a motivated CHPP Operator at MGO with a Mechanical Trade / Operator background. Reporting to the CHPP Shift Supervisor, you will follow rotating shifts on our Lifestyle Roster (4 / 5 / 5) and contribute to a team renowned for its positive culture, safety standards and performance results.

Your primary focus will be to operate and maintain the Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP) and mobile equipment including stockpile dozers/loaders and ancillary equipment to the standard required to meet target outputs safely and effectively. Within your role you will be required to effectively identify and communicate any identified risks associated with health, safety and environmental impacts.

The requirements for success in this role include:

• Formal Mechanical Trade qualification
• Previous experience in operating ROM loaders, stockpile dozers and haul trucks in a CHPP setting (desirable)
• Motivated and positive attitude towards your work and helping contribute to a positive culture
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated reliability
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices with a high regard for your personal safety and the safety of your teammates

You will have a high regard for the value of teamwork and the provision of visible leadership. The above qualities must be exercised with a strong work ethic to ensure MGO’s key values of Safety, Responsibility, Simplicity, Integrity, Openness and Entrepreneurialism are achieved.

Benefits and Perks:

• Leadership Capability/Support: Supported by highly experienced leaders, you will be set up for success.
• Site Culture: Be an integral part of the enthusiastic and energetic culture that exists at the CHPP. Our team culture is unique where our site is renowned for its good culture, diversity, and supportive team approach.
• Remuneration: This position has an attractive remuneration package including performance-based bonuses and attracts 6 weeks annual leave per year.
• Development: A focus on your career progression including developmental training opportunities, mentoring and education assistance.
• Relocation assistance: Domestic relocation assistance is on offer.
• Health and Welfare Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and subsidised gym memberships are available.
• Career: Direct employment with an industry leader on a permanent full-time basis.
• Lifestyle location: Lifestyle location in the beautiful Hunter Valley.

At MGO, our success is based on the principal that it is “Our People Who Make the Difference”.

For further information, please contact:

Glenn Green – CHPP Superintendent – 0409 577 801

Applications Close:

Sunday, 30th November 2026

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