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Form of workWhitehaven Coal is proud to be the leading Australian ASX-listed producer of premium-quality coal. We currently operate four mines in NSW and we’re excited to grow our QLD operations via the announced acquisition of 100% of BMA’s Daunia and Blackwater coal mines in the Bowen Basin.
Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate 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 Daunia Mine:
Daunia is an established operation in the Bowen Basin, which has been producing high quality metallurgical coal for the export market since 2013. It is located south-east of Moranbah, adjacent to Whitehaven’s existing Winchester South development project. Daunia features state-of-the-art infrastructure and mining operations, including well-established autonomous equipment and infrastructure.
About the Role
We are excited to open up EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST for experienced Production Drillers to join us as at our newly acquired Daunia site within the Drill & Blast team.
Production Drillers are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of drill rigs to ensure a maximum output on a continuous basis.
Drillers will be employed on an even time rotating day/night roster (7on/7off).
What You’ll Do
- Conduct production drilling activities to enable safe and efficient mining operations
- Conduct routine operational and safety activities to effectively prepare for and manage operational workload
- Conduct drill support activities to support safe and effective drill operations
- Conduct blast execution activities to facilitate safe and efficient blasting
What You’ll Bring
- A positive attitude towards safety, improvement, training & environment
- Ability to maintain a high work output level
- Ability to adhere and live the Whitehaven Values and contribute to a collaborative organisational culture.
- Production drilling experience with statements of competency/VOC’s for equipment
- Certificate 3 RII31815 in Drilling Operations (desirable)
- Current Drivers Licence and current HR Licence (desirable)
- Ability to pass a QLD Coal Board Medical
Why Whitehaven Coal
- We offer FIFO from Brisbane & Cairns on a 7on:7off roster
- Camp accommodation
- 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Discounts: groceries, petrol, fashion, entertainment plus more
- Career Development, Mentorship and Coaching
Whitehaven Coal 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.
Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment
Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.
To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
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