Superintendent Site Improvement

At Whitehaven Coal, our people drive our success. Operating six world-class mining assets across NSW and Queensland, we're committed to building a safe, high-performing workplace where individuals can grow, thrive and make a meaningful impact. Our STRIVE Values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence guide everything we do.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Superintendent Site Improvement to join our leadership team at Blackwater Mine. You will play a pivotal role in driving site-wide continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing operational performance, and embedding a culture of excellence across the business.

About the Role

As the Superintendent Site Improvement, you will lead the identification, development and execution of improvement opportunities across mining operations, working closely with operational, technical and maintenance teams to deliver sustainable business outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading continuous improvement and operational excellence programs across site
• Driving productivity, efficiency and cost-improvement initiatives
• Facilitating problem-solving and root cause analysis processes
• Monitoring and reporting on improvement project performance and benefits realisation
• Partnering with operational leaders to identify opportunities and remove barriers to performance
• Championing change management and continuous improvement methodologies

About You

You are a strategic and influential leader with a passion for improving performance and delivering measurable results. You thrive in a fast-paced operational environment and excel at engaging stakeholders across all levels of the business.

You will bring:

• Experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, business improvement or a similar leadership role
• Strong knowledge of mining, heavy industry or large-scale operational environments
• Proven capability leading improvement projects and driving change
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills
• A strong commitment to safety leadership and team development

At Whitehaven, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

What we offer:

• Be part of one of Australia's leading mining companies at iconic Blackwater Mine - the heart of the Bowen Basin
• Competitive remuneration and bonus opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
• $4,000 employee referral bonus
• Recognition and rewards through our STRIVE program
• Salary packaging opportunities
• Career development and progression across six world-class mining operations in NSW and Queensland
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Whitehaven Coal, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.
We actively encourage applications from Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

We believe our people are our greatest strength, and that diverse perspectives help drive innovation, collaboration, and better outcomes across our business.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. A Great Place to Work.