Manager Production Draglines, Drill and Blast

Whitehaven 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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Production – Draglines, Drill and Blast to join Whitehaven (WHC), based on site at our largest operation, Blackwater mine. The mine located to the south of Blackwater township in Central Qld is an open cut metallurgical coal mine with significant coal resource and more than 20 years of mineable reserve. Since beginning in 1967 the mine has grown to become one of the largest coal mines in the Bowen Basin, and with a strike length of 80 km is well established as one of the largest dragline strip mines in the world.  Supported by significant truck and shovel/excavator fleets. the mine produces predominantly high quality metallurgical for the export market and has a workforce of approx. 1,250 permanent employees supplemented by a approx. 700 contractors. With a mix of residential, DIDO and FIFO personnel the mine is well serviced by both the towns of Blackwater and nearby Emerald.

About The Role

Reporting to the site General Manager (GM) the role is a key member of the site Senior Leadership Team (SLT)

The core function of this role is the delivery of Dragline and Dozer Push overburden stripping and coal uncovery.

Additionally, this role is key in supplying blasted inventory to shovel and excavator pre-strip fleets.

What You'll Do 

• Some of the key responsibilities include:
• Lead and manage execution of Dragline/Dozer Push and Drill and Blast activities.
• Drive safety, compliance, and operational performance.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and project reporting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide strong leadership to drive a high-performance culture including mentoring.

What You'll Bring

• Strong ethical and values-based approach.
• 5+yrs experience in Senior Production roles within the coal mining industry
• Demonstrated success in delivery of safety and production outcomes.
• Strong understanding or operational, commercial, and safety requirements for mining
• Structured and analytical thinking.
• A collaborative, adaptable, and resilient way of working including ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Track record of stakeholder management and success in delivering key initiatives.

Why the role and Whitehaven

• This role provides the opportunity to both directly impact operational outcomes at Blackwater and contribute to the broader WHC business.
• Career development, mentorship and coaching
• Attractive renumeration and salary packaging
• Annual Bonus scheme

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Full Relocation Packages | 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
• $4k for successful employee referrals
• Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative
• Salary Sacrifice Opportunities

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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