Supervisor - CHPP Electrical

Whitehaven Coal; Edgeroi; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Share Plan benefit (AUD 1,000)

Full relocation assistance

Career development and leadershipOppt.

Salary packaging options

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal Limited is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to lead electrical maintenance across mobile and fixed plant assets at our site. You will ensure safe, efficient work, coach electricians, and coordinate outages while driving reliability improvements.

The role requires an Electrical Trade Certificate, a supervisory licence (preferred), and prior supervisory experience in mining or heavy industry. CMMS knowledge and strong safety commitment are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Electrical Trade Certificate is mandatory.
• NSW Electrical Supervisor's Licence or Electrical Contractor's Licence is preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience leading electrical maintenance teams is required.
• Experience in mining, heavy industry, processing plants, or similar environments expected.
• Working knowledge of CMMS and maintenance planning systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electrical maintenance across mobile equipment, CHPP/fixed plant, and site infrastructure.
• Coordinate installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and plant.
• Ensure activities are completed safely, on schedule, and in line with standards and regulations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and mentorship to electricians and contractors.
• Support outage and shutdown planning to minimise downtime and improve reliability.
• Monitor work orders, downtime data, and performance to drive improvements.
• Contribute to maintenance planning, electrical standards, and procedures.
• Manage procurement, spare parts, and contractor support for efficient maintenance.
• Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, and corrective actions.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Electrical safety

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Electrical Trade Certificate (mandatory)

NSW Electrical Supervisor's Licence or Electrical Contractor's Licence (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Electrical maintenance planning tools

Job description

About The Role

An outstanding opportunity has become available for an Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to join Whitehaven Coal. Reporting to the Maintenance coordinator, this position is responsible for leading electrical maintenance teams to maximise equipment availability, reliability, and performance across mobile and fixed plant assets, while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with statutory requirements.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise electrical maintenance activities across mobile equipment, CHPP/fixed plant, and site infrastructure.
• Coordinate installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and plant.
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with site standards, legislation, and Australian Standards.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and mentorship to electricians and contractors while fostering a positive safety culture.
• Support outage and shutdown planning and execution to minimise downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Monitor maintenance performance, work order completion, and downtime data to drive continuous improvement and equipment effectiveness.
• Contribute to maintenance planning, electrical standards, systems, and procedures
• Manage procurement requirements, spare parts availability, and contractor support to ensure efficient maintenance execution
• Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, hazard identification, and corrective actions to maintain a safe workplace

What You'll Bring

• Electrical Trade Certificate (mandatory)
• NSW Electrical Supervisor's Licence or Electrical Contractor's Licence (preferred)
• Previous supervisory experience leading electrical maintenance teams.
• Strong experience within mining, heavy industry, processing plants, or a similar operational environment.
• Working knowledge of electrical maintenance planning systems and CMMS.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, risk management, and continuous improvement.
• Experience with fixed plant, heavy mobile equipment, High Voltage systems, or electric drive trucks will be highly regarded.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Competitive salary package + bonus scheme
• $1,000 Whitehaven Coal Share Plan
• Full relocation assistance available
• Career development, coaching, and leadership opportunities
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Employee referral incentives
• 26 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee discounts on groceries, fuel, entertainment, retail, and more
• Be part of a high-performing team supporting one of Australia's leading coal producers

Whitehaven Coal is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace where our people can thrive and build rewarding careers