Operator - CHPP (GOC)

Whitehaven Coal Limited; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Temporary accommodation support

6 weeks annual leave

26 weeks paid parental leave

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal Limited in the Gunnedah region is seeking a dedicated CHPP Operator to support the Coal Handling and Preparation Plant. You will operate CHPP/Train loading facilities and mobile equipment, monitor performance and ensure safe, compliant operations.

Join a team committed to safety, efficiency and teamwork. The role offers a full-time permanent position with a competitive package, allowances for relocation or temporary accommodation, and generous leave provisions including six weeks

Qualifications

• Experience operating CHPP/Train loading facilities and mobile plant equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to work a rotating 12.5-hour day and night roster.
• CHPP, mining or heavy industry experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor CHPP and Train loading facilities.
• Operate mobile plant, wheel loaders and coal stockpile dozers.
• Monitor plant performance and complete routine inspections.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and reporting equipment issues.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with site procedures.

Skills

CHPP operations

Train loading

Mobile plant operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Job description

Whitehaven 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 awards, recognises and celebrates 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.

About the Role

An opportunity is available for a CHPP Operator to join our team at the Gunnedah Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP), located just outside Gunnedah. The CHPP plays a critical role in processing and loading coal to support our mining operations.

What You'll Do

• Operate and monitor Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP) and Train loading.
• Operate mobile plant, Wheel loaders and coal stockpile Dozers (Dozer skill desirable).
• Monitor plant performance and complete routine inspections
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and reporting equipment issues
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with site procedures

What You’ll Bring

• Experience operating CHPP/Train loading facilities and mobile plant equipment.
• A strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to work a rotating 2-3 even-time lifestyle roster consisting of 12.5-hour day and night shifts.
• CHPP, mining or heavy industry experience will be highly regarded

What we offer

• Full-time permanent role with attractive wage and bonus structure
• Competitive remuneration and bonus opportunities
• Relocation assistance or temporary accommodation support
• 6 weeks annual leave and 26 weeks paid parental leave

Whitehaven is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.