Mining Mobile Plant Technician (CAT/Hitachi)

Whitehaven Coal; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent job

Camp accommodation and meals

26 weeks paid parental leave

STRIVE rewards and recognition program

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal is seeking a skilled trade professional for on-site maintenance at our Vickery site. You will perform planned and breakdown maintenance on mobile plant, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates hold a Plant or Diesel Fitter NSW Cert of Proficiency, have mining/heavy industry experience, and are comfortable working with CAT/Hitachi machinery. Camp accommodation and meals are provided on roster.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Plant or Diesel Fitter with NSW Cert of Proficiency.
• Background in mining or heavy industry with a strong safety mindset.
• Solid trade skills and ability to perform maintenance and repairs on mobile plant.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance and repairs on mobile plant.
• Jump on breakdowns and keep machines turning.
• Work safe, think ahead and report anything that doesn't look right.
• Complete work orders efficiently and support your crew when needed.
• Contribute to a high‑quality, safety-focused team environment.

Skills

Trade skills

Safety mindset

Mining experience

CAT/Hitachi knowledge

Education

Plant or Diesel Fitter NSW Cert of Proficiency

Tools

CAT/Hitachi machinery

High-risk tickets (EWP, Forklift, Crane)

Job description

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

About The Role

We’re building a top-tier team at Vickery, if you have experience in the mining industry & hold your plant upgrade, this is your opportunity to be part of something big from the ground up.

• Work-life balance locked in
• DIDO with camp accommodation and meals on roster
• Work on our CAT and Hitachi gear
• Join a tight-knit crew focused on quality and safety
• Be part of a site that's just getting started – plenty of opportunity ahead
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Carry out scheduled maintenance and repairs on mobile plant
• Jump on breakdowns and keep machines turning
• Work safe, think ahead, and report anything that doesn’t look right
• Get through your work orders without needing to be chased
• Pitch in and back your crew when it counts
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Solid trade skills and a strong safety mindset
• Background in mining or heavy industry
• Trade qualified (Plant or Diesel Fitter) – NSW Cert of Proficiency required
• Sound knowledge of CAT/Hitachi machinery
• High-risk tickets like EWP, Forklift or Crane (nice to have)
  
  

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Permanent job with career growth and skill development
• 26 weeks paid parental leave
• STRIVE rewards and recognition program
• Work with people who back each other and get the job done
• Be part of a mine that’s building momentum