Specialist Site Improvement

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.

At Whitehaven, we are committed to delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations. Our Blackwater Mine is a key asset within our portfolio, and we are seeking a driven and analytical Continuous Improvement Specialist to help unlock value, enhance performance, and support our journey toward operational excellence.

About the Role

This role will focus on identifying, developing, and embedding continuous improvement initiatives across the operation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive productivity, reduce waste, and improve systems across mining, processing, mine planning, maintenance and site services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across site operations
• Analyse data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Facilitate workshops, root cause analyses, and problem-solving sessions
• Drive implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Develop and maintain reporting dashboards to track improvement outcomes
• Partner with operational leaders to embed a culture of continuous improvement
• Support project delivery and change management activities across site

What You Will Bring

• Demonstrated experience in a continuous improvement, business improvement, or operational excellence role
• Ability to adapt to dynamic operational, and strategic, priorities
• Background in mining, heavy industry, or similar environment (highly regarded)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data effectively
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies (certification desirable)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to influence, coach, and drive change across all levels of the business
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, or related discipline (preferred)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Site based Monday to Friday roster
• Opportunity to influence real change and deliver measurable outcomes
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership backing
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation
• Access to health, wellbeing, and employee benefits programs

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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