Chpp Operator - Mechanical Trade (Rix'S Creek Mine)

Rix'S Creek; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bloomfield Group is seeking a skilled CHPP Operator - Mechanical Tradesperson for the Rix's Creek Mine in New South Wales. You will contribute to safe, efficient coal processing operations during the night shift and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet safety, maintenance and production targets.

Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical Trade Qualification, CHPP experience, and strong diagnostic skills, with a commitment to safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices.
• Mechanical trade qualification relevant to CHPP operations.
• CHPP operating experience within coal processing environments.
• Sound knowledge of coal processing and related standards.
• Experience with troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Excellent teamwork and communication with the crew.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence is required.

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 document as required.
• Apply processing expertise to maintain high operation standards.
• Proactively identify potential issues with trade/operating skills.
• Provide safe breakdown repairs as needed.
• Deliver quality trade-based maintenance in washery and coal handling areas.

Skills

CHPP operating experience

Coal processing knowledge

Troubleshooting & diagnostics

Teamwork & communication

Current NSW Driver's Licence

Education

Mechanical Trade Qualification (Plant Mechanic/Fitter)

Tools

C6 tickets

EWP

Forklift

Confined Space

Job description

CHPP OPERATOR - MECHANICAL TRADE, Night Shift Roster, Rix's Creek Mine

About the Role

Are you an experienced Mechanical 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 Mechanical 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
• Mechanical (Plant Mechanic/Fitter) Trade Qualification
• 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

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.

About Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group.

Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for more than 80 years and employ hundreds of local people.

The mining operations are our Rix's Creek Mine northwest of Singleton, and our Bloomfield Mine east of Maitland.

The Hunter based Kings Engineering business is also owned by the Group.

To learn more about the working The Bloomfield Group, watch this short introductory video.

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.