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Form of workAbout the role:
We are currently seeking a Day Shift Mechanical Fitter to join our Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP) team at our Wilpinjong Mine. Our Wilpinjong mine is an open cut mine located 40 kilometres northeast of Mudgee producing a high-quality thermal coal for export and domestic markets.
Reporting to the CHPP Mechanical Supervisor, the Day Shift Mechanical Fitter will acquire the skills and qualifications to be able to maintain fixed plant used to prepare coal for transportation to domestic power generators and export shipping terminals.
Key duties of the role include, but not limited to:
Monitor and optimise plant availability
Perform planned and breakdown maintenance tasks on all CHPP equipment
Fault-finding and repairing mechanical plant and equipment
Ensure all work is performed to trade standards and meets high standards
Complete necessary documentation, risk assessments and work orders
Carry out first response breakdown maintenance tasks
Monitor operational plant performance
The lifestyle:
This position is offered on a Monday to Friday 10-hour day shift allowing for a residential lifestyle in Mudgee or nearby towns.
Mudgee is located within the wine region of beautiful Country NSW and is surrounded to by World Heritage Wilderness.
This is a unique opportunity that will allow individuals to escape city life and explore what Mudgee has to offer including enjoying the countryside, bushwalking, exploring the charming surrounding towns and spending time by the Cudgegong River.
About you:
Mechanical/Maintenance Fitter Trade Certificate or similar
Confined spaces, forklift and working at heights (preferred)
Honest and flexible attitude to tasks and required hours
Hands on approach to work, ability to 'get hands dirty'
Welding (Mig, Tig and Arc) and fabrication (highly desired)
Hydraulics service/ repair (highly desired)
Have a strong safety and risk management focus
Be an effective team player
About Peabody:
Peabody is a world-leader in providing products for the production of affordable, reliable steel and energy to customers in 15 countries on five continents. We employ over 4,900 people, have 18 operations in the United States and Australia and in 2021 we restored 2400 acres of land. When you work with us, you are working with a team of professionals around the world who are committed to making a difference for themselves, their families, and their communities.
Peabody is a globally diverse company which offers an inclusive work environment to engage, recognise and develop employees. The company values the power of inclusion and diversity as a competitive advantage and is committed to increasing the number of diverse employees throughout its operations. We welcome applications from all diversity groups to assist us in honouring our commitment
Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at:
Peabody Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)
Job Summary
This job is to carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance to fixed and mobile plant in both underground and open cut environments.
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Visibly support and champion Peabody's Mission and Values
Act in accordance with and adhere to Safety as a Way of Life Management System
Inspect work area and plant for hazards, damage and defects
Examine drawings or specifications to determine work methods, sequence of activities or manufacture of components
Diagnose faults or breakdowns
Estimate time and materials required to complete jobs
Raise orders for materials
Undertake repairs or component changeouts as required
Clean and maintain tools and work area
Train other personnel or apprentices (if required)
Ensure activities comply with safety, environmental and statutory requirements
Other duties as assigned by the company
Physical Requirements
SURFACE ENVIRONMENT
Must have the ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift
Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on/off equipment and ladders
Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms/legs and good hand to eye coordination
Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 – 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during the work shift
Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light/dark, in and around artificial light, and in a confined work area
Must have the ability to work various shifts (required shifts include days, evening and nights, with rotating schedules, weekends and holidays)
UNDERGROUND ENVIRONMENT
Must have the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time on uneven, rocky surfaces for up to the entire length of the shift
Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
Must have the ability to walk for up to 4 hours at a time. Will be required to walk through different sections of the mine with varying degrees of clearance and headroom
Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
Must have the ability to bend or stoop for a full work period as a result of mine height
Must have the ability to climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on/off equipment and ladders
Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms/legs and good hand to eye coordination
Must have the ability to lift 25 – 50 lbs. on a frequent basis and the ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 80 lbs.
Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light/dark, in and around artificial light, and in a confined work area
Must have the ability to work various shifts (required shifts include days, evening and nights, with rotating schedules, weekends and holidays)
Education
Trade Certificate preferred
