Drilling/Blasting & Cutting - Whitehaven Coal

Whitehaven Coal Limited; Queensland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal Limited is seeking experienced Dragline Operators for Blackwater Mine in Queensland. You will operate world-class draglines, execute dig plans, and work with a high-performing crew to deliver production safely and efficiently.

Ideal candidates bring proven dragline experience (8050/8200/BE1370 or similar), strong safety practices, and clear communication to support a zero-harm culture at the site.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large draglines (e.g., 8050, 8200, BE1370) in open-cut coal mining.
• Commitment to safe work practices and hazard awareness.
• Excellent communication and crew interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate draglines to meet production targets safely.
• Perform pre-start inspections and monitor machine performance.
• Collaborate with dozer operators, supervisors, dispatch teams and technical specialists.
• Contribute to maintaining a zero-harm safety culture.

Skills

Dragline operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

RII competencies

Job description

Company description

Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

Job description

Whitehaven is looking for experienced Dragline Operators to join our high-performing team at Blackwater Mine, one of Australia's premier open-cut mining operations. This is your chance to operate some of the largest and most advanced draglines in the Southern Hemisphere, working alongside industry-leading professionals in a dynamic, safety-focused environment where your skills make a real impact every shift.

What’s on Offer

• At Blackwater, you're not just operating equipment, you're shaping the future of one of Queensland's most significant mining operations. Every cut, every swing, and every load plays a critical role in delivering production outcomes safely and efficiently.
• If you're passionate about heavy mining equipment and thrive in a fast-paced production environment, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate at Scale
• Safely operate world-class dragline equipment while following site procedures, safety standards, and Queensland mining regulations.
• Drive Production Performance
• Execute dig plans, optimise cycle times, and contribute to achieving daily production targets across a large-scale strip mining operation.
• Conduct pre-start inspections, monitor machine performance, and proactively identify and report defects, hazards, and improvement opportunities.
• Work with the Best - Collaborate with dozer operators, supervisors, dispatch teams, and technical specialists to keep the operation moving safely and efficiently.
• Play an active role in maintaining Whitehaven's strong safety culture and commitment to a zero-harm workplace.

What You’ll Bring

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