Truck Operator | Rehabilitation & Topsoil | Whitehaven

Location: 

Blackwater, QLD, AU, 4717

Country:  AU
Date:  18 Jul 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.

Whitehaven Coal are seeking experienced haul truck operators who can demonstrate a commitment to safety and visible work practices, maintain a high work output level and contribute to a collaborative organisational culture. These roles are based on site at Blackwater, where we run a fleet of CAT, Komatsu, Kress and Hitachi equipment.  If you’re ready to join Australia’s leading coal producer, please apply. 

 

What will you do:  

  • Conduct pre-operating checks and reporting of any maintenance issues to ensure efficient performance   

  • Ensure the Rehabilitation team is best able to reach goals and objectives through your efficient and safe operation.  

  • Operate heavy mining equipment in a safe and efficient manner 

  • Commitment to safety procedures and maintaining a zero-harm work environment 

  • Ability to communicate clearly with peers, supervisors, maintenance personnel and other departments 

 

What will you bring? 

  • Current RII competencies for haul truck operations including statements of competency/training transcripts 

  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 7/7 roster supporting your team 

  • Current driver’s license 

  • Experience within rehabilitation and topsoil on a mine site is preferred  

  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently whilst adhering to our STRIVE values (Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value, Excellence) 

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.