Operator Processing CHPP

Location: 

Blackwater, QLD, AU, 4717

Country:  AU
Date:  5 Aug 2025

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 SafetyTeamworkRespectIntegrityValue and Excellence.

About The Role

Our busy Blackwater coal processing plant is vital to the processing of our high-quality coal. This plant has a permanent position available for an experienced Washplant operator to support operations.

What You’ll Do

  • Contribute to the safe and efficient operation of Bobcats and other Ancillary equipment in the Washplant.
  • Meet production and budgetary targets
  • Demonstrate visible safe working practises
  • Contribute to a collaborative team environment and organisational culture

What You’ll Bring

  • Demonstrated wash plant skills & experience
  • Washplant Bobcat RII and current driver’s license
  • Live within the Blackwater catchment or have willingness to relocate – this is a DIDO position.
  • A positive attitude towards safety, improvement, training & environment
  • Ability to maintain a high work output level  
  • Ability to pass a QLD Coal Board Medical 

 

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.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.