Outbye Mining Coordinator

Peabody; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 on, 7 off roster

Residential Moranbah/Nebo OK

DIDO or FIFO from Brisbane

Relocation assistance

Modern accommodation village

Job summary

Peabody is seeking an experienced Outbye Mining Coordinator to join the Centurion Mine, located approximately 160 kilometres west of Mackay. Reporting to the Outbye Superintendent, you will ensure compliance with outbye standards across the operation, including stonedusting, secondary support, roadway maintenance, water management, and coal and fines management.

This is a key leadership role that contributes to safe production, operational performance and continuous improvement across one of

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position within an underground coal mining operation.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Experience leading teams to achieve production and business targets.
• Ability to analyse and utilise operational data.
• Proactive leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent planning and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver performance targets while driving safety, cost and resource recovery.
• Lead the implementation and compliance of safety systems, standards and behaviours that support a proactive safety culture.
• Build, lead and develop teams to achieve departmental objectives and improvement initiatives.
• Identify training and development opportunities to maintain capability across crews.
• Develop shift work plans in collaboration with Outbye Mechanical and Electrical Coordinators and other support functions.
• Manage departmental activities within budget while ensuring spares and consumables are readily available.
• Identify and report opportunities for operational improvement and coordinate corrective actions.
• Encourage workforce participation in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the safe and efficient delivery of production targets through effective planning and coordination.
• Promote operational excellence through strong leadership and accountability.

Skills

Underground coal mining experience

People leadership

Safety mindset

Planning and coordination

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Centurion is more than a mine, it's a mission.

Owned and operated by Peabody Energy, Centurion is a flagship operation in the Australian coal sector. We are a team united by a pursuit of excellence and a determination to make a lasting mark. By investing in the best people and world-class equipment, we are setting the highest safety and production standards in the industry.

At Peabody, we take pride in producing the premium metallurgical coal essential for the world's steelmaking and infrastructure. We are committed to reviving this world-class operation, with longwall coal production commenced in 2026. With a 25+ year mine life, Centurion is positioned to lead the future of underground coal mining through safety, innovation and operational excellence.

The Opportunity

Peabody is seeking an experienced Outbye Mining Coordinator to join the team at Centurion Mine, located approximately 160 kilometres west of Mackay.

Reporting to the Outbye Superintendent, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with outbye standards across the operation, including stonedusting, secondary support, roadway maintenance, water management, and coal and fines management.

This is a key leadership role that contributes directly to safe production, operational performance and continuous improvement across one of Australia's newest longwall mining operations.

Your Impact

• Deliver performance targets while driving continuous improvement in safety, cost and resource recovery.
• Lead the implementation and compliance of safety systems, standards and behaviours that support a proactive safety culture.
• Build, lead and develop teams to achieve departmental objectives and improvement initiatives.
• Identify training and development opportunities to maintain capability across crews.
• Develop shift work plans in collaboration with Outbye Mechanical and Electrical Coordinators and other support functions.
• Manage departmental activities within budget while ensuring spares and consumables are readily available.
• Identify and report opportunities for operational improvement and coordinate corrective actions.
• Encourage workforce participation in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the safe and efficient delivery of production targets through effective planning and coordination.
• Promote operational excellence through strong leadership and accountability.

About You

You are a strong people leader with underground coal mining experience and a passion for safety, operational performance and continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a similar position within an underground coal mining operation.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, including identifying risks and implementing safe work practices.
• Experience leading teams to safely achieve production and business targets.
• Proven ability to drive best-practice outcomes aligned with operational and business objectives.
• Strong understanding of business systems and the ability to analyse and utilise operational data.
• Demonstrated success in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong communication, planning and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive approach to leadership and problem-solving.
• Commitment to Safety, Integrity, Operational Excellence and Courageous Leadership.

What's on Offer

• 7 on, 7 off roster with dayshift only initially and potential transition to a rotating day/night roster.
• Flexible residential (Moranbah or Nebo), DIDO or FIFO from Brisbane arrangements.
• Domestic relocation assistance available in accordance with company policy.
• Modern accommodation village with premium facilities and meals.
• Onsite gym, fitness facilities and group fitness classes.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.
• Novated leasing options and WHEREFIT lifestyle benefits.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Ongoing learning, career development and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to lead a critical operational function within a high-performing underground mine.
• Long-term career stability with a world-class operation and significant mine life.

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading coal producer, employing approximately 5,300 people across operations in the United States and Australia, serving customers in 18 countries. Our commitment to sustainability shapes our future and underpins everything we do.

We promote a safe, inclusive and respectful work environment and invest in the growth and development of our people. Safety is our first value, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees are recognised, supported and empowered to succeed.

Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.