Gas Drainage Drilling Operator

Peabody; Helensburgh; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits available

Employee assistance program

Novated vehicle leasing

Health and lifestyle benefits

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Peabody is seeking an experienced Gas Drainage Drilling Operator for Metropolitan Mine. You will operate underground gas drainage drill rigs safely, follow mine plans, and perform coring and sampling as required, while maintaining high safety standards.

You will install and maintain gas drainage infrastructure, complete pre-start checks, and collaborate with supervisors to achieve production targets. A strong safety mindset and team spirit are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating underground gas drainage drill rigs.
• Strong safety focus with hazard identification and risk management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Current underground coal mine induction and relevant statutory competencies.
• Proven problem-solving and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground gas drainage drilling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct drilling activities per mine plans and requirements.
• Complete underground coring and sampling as required.
• Install and maintain gas drainage infrastructure and equipment.
• Issue pre-start inspections and basic servicing of drilling gear.
• Record shift reports and operational documentation accurately.
• Collaborate with supervisors and production teams to meet targets.

Skills

Underground drilling operations

Gas drainage drilling

Safety leadership

Troubleshooting & problem-solving

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Mechanical aptitude

Site observations & reporting

Education

Underground coal mine induction

Statutory competencies for underground mining

Tools

Gas drainage drill rigs

Underground drilling equipment

Basic servicing tools

Job description

Gas Drainage Drilling Operator – Metropolitan Mine

Peabody is the leading global pure-play coal company, serving power and steel customers in more than 25 countries on six continents. The company benefits from substantial scale, a portfolio of high-quality assets and a diverse geographic and product footprint. Peabody is guided by seven core values: safety, customer focus, leadership, people, excellence, integrity and sustainability

Enjoy a night shift role working just three 12-hour shifts per week, giving you more time to enjoy life on the coast. Join a great team environment with a roster that offers an excellent work-life balance.

About you –

You are a safety-focused underground mining professional with experience operating drilling equipment in a coal mining environment. You are motivated by achieving operational targets while maintaining the highest safety standards and contributing positively to team performance. You bring a proactive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement and safety.

About the role:

• Operate underground gas drainage drilling equipment safely and efficiently to achieve operational targets.
• Conduct drilling activities in accordance with mine plans and operational requirements.
• Complete underground coring and sampling activities as required.
• Install, maintain and recover gas drainage infrastructure, including pipes, hoses and associated equipment.
• Perform pre-start inspections, troubleshooting and basic servicing of drilling equipment and mobile machinery.
• Safely operate underground vehicles and ancillary equipment.
• Set up, relocate and commission underground drilling sites.
• Monitor drilling performance and identify issues that may impact safety, productivity or equipment reliability.
• Complete operational records, shift reports and statutory documentation accurately.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across underground work areas.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, deputies and production teams to achieve gas drainage targets.
• Identify, report and manage hazards, incidents and equipment defects.
• Comply with all site safety, health, environmental and operational procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to team performance.
• Demonstrated experience operating underground gas drainage drill rigs.
• Directional drilling experience.
• Proven underground drilling experience (not suitable for trainees or graduates).
• Current underground coal mine induction and relevant statutory competencies.
• Strong commitment to safety, hazard identification and risk management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Physical capability to perform work in an underground mining environment.
• Machinery operating tickets and underground mobile equipment competencies.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience performing basic routine maintenance on drilling equipment.
• Experience working with gas drainage infrastructure installation and recovery.

The lifestyle:

Peabody Energy also offers the following:

• Potential relocation benefits for eligible vacancies
• Employee assistance program available for yourself and immediate family
• Novated vehicle leasing available
• Health and lifestyle benefits (WHEREFIT)
• Employee recognition program

About Peabody:

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. We employ approximately 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.

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Peabody is an Equal Opportunity Employer.