Longwall Operator

Glencore Australia; Central Highlands Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct employment with Glencore

Annual salary increases

Housing options

Long service leave

Health reimbursement

Job summary

Glencore Australia is seeking a Longwall Operator for Oaky North Underground at Oaky Creek Coal in Tieri, QLD. This full‑time role is open to current employees and contractors and offers an even‑time 7/7 roster, with responsibilities including supporting underground operations, performing longwall duties, and upholding safety and procedures.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years Longwall/Development experience, holds a current Standard 11, and shows sound critical thinking and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2+ years Longwall/Development experience highly regarded.
• Demonstrate sound critical thinking and operational skills.
• Can work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to the underground operation and statutory inspections.
• Performing operational duties on the longwall.
• Displaying high work standards and compliance to documented procedures.
• Influencing and maintaining a positive team culture and driving the safety culture.

Skills

Longwall/Development experience

Team player

Critical thinking

Education

Standard 11

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

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

Longwall Operator

Oaky North Underground,

Oaky Creek Coal

Tieri, QLD

OPEN TO CURRENT OCC EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACTORS ONLY

Employed by Oaky Creek Coal under the Oaky Creek North Mine Enterprise Agreement 2025

Oaky Creek Coal, a Glencore Managed Operation, produces high-quality export coking coal. We are a large, dynamic mine with a proven track record. We’re professional, take personal ownership and we’re committed to providing exceptional outcomes all while delivering safe coal. At Oaky we know it’s our people that make it all possible. Our culture promotes teamwork and rewards dedicated people with a can-do spirit, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field. We expect a lot, but we give a lot in return. We recognise and reward exceptional work.

We know it’s our people that make it all possible. Our culture promotes teamwork and rewards dedicated people with a can-do spirit, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field. We expect a lot, but we give a lot in return, recognising and rewarding exceptional work and helping you achieve your career and professional goals.

The Role

• Full-time permanent
• Even-time 7/7 rostered position

In this role you will be responsible for

• Providing support to the underground operation and statutory inspections
• Performing operational duties on the longwall
• Displaying high work standards and compliance to documented procedures
• Influencing and maintaining a positive team culture and driving the safety culture

About you

• 2+ years Longwall/Development experience will be highly regarded
• Hold a current Standard 11
• Demonstrate sound critical thinking and operational skills
• Can work as part of a team

Just as importantly, we’ve worked hard to make sure you feel valued. In return, here are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Direct employment with Glencore – we are a responsible miner of coal that has a track record of operational excellence
• Highly competitive mining salary with annual increases + coal bonus
• Attractive over-time rates
• 6 weeks’ annual leave per year
• Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave - one of the most generous long service leave schemes of any industry in the country
• Generously subsidised housing, or permanently allocated camp accommodation
• Fully laundered uniforms
• Opportunities to salary sacrifice flights and/or enter into a novated lease vehicle arrangement
• Private Health or Salary Continuance reimbursement up to $3,500
• Active Lifestyle reimbursement for local amenities
• Years of service awards and Christmas gifts
• Town events and yearly Christmas parties
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses up to $600
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to the whole family
• Provision for education assistance if you are wanting to further your studies down the track

The local town of Tieri has an exceptional standard of living and a vast array of facilities for adults and children. Visit www.tieri.com.au to see what it’s really like to live and work in this top little town.

As per company policy, internal applicants should discuss their interest in these positions with their manager prior to applying.

Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.