Dragline Operator — Drive Large-Scale Open-Cut Mining

Gunnedah Basin Haulage; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 weeks parental leave

4,000 AUD referral bonus

STRIVE Awards and Recognition

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Strong team culture

Community impact

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal's Blackwater Mine in NSW is seeking experienced Dragline Operators to operate some of the largest draglines in Australia. You will join a safety-focused, high-performing team delivering production across a large-scale strip mining operation.

Join a workforce dedicated to safety and continuous improvement. You will perform pre-start checks, follow procedures, and work with dozer operators and dispatch teams, meeting daily production targets while complying with site access,

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating large draglines such as 8050, 8200, BE1370 or similar in open-cut coal mining.
• Strong understanding of strip mining methods, dig plans and production requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and hazard awareness.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a high-performing crew.
• Must satisfy site access, medical and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate world-class dragline equipment following site procedures and regulations.
• Execute dig plans, optimise cycles and contribute to daily production targets.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and monitor machine performance.
• Collaborate with dozer operators, supervisors and dispatch teams.
• Maintain Whitehaven's safety culture and zero-harm commitment.

Skills

Dragline operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

RII competencies

Job description

Whitehaven Coal's Blackwater Mine in NSW is seeking experienced Dragline Operators to operate some of the largest draglines in Australia. You will join a safety-focused, high-performing team delivering production across a large-scale strip mining operation.

Join a workforce dedicated to safety and continuous improvement. You will perform pre-start checks, follow procedures, and work with dozer operators and dispatch teams, meeting daily production targets while complying with site access,