Specialist Mine Scheduling

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.

About Daunia Mine:

Daunia is an established operation in the Bowen Basin, which has been producing high quality metallurgical coal for the export market since 2013. It is located south-east of Moranbah, adjacent to Whitehaven’s existing Winchester South development project. Daunia features state-of-the-art infrastructure and mining operations, including well-established autonomous equipment and infrastructure. 

About the Role:

Whitehaven are seeking a talented Drill & Blast Mining Engineer to join the Mine Planning team at our Daunia Mine. Reporting to the Superintendent Mine Planning, you will play an integral role in all drill and blast components as well as gaining exposure to the future of open cut mining.

What You’ll Do:

• Create, optimise and communicate drill and blast concepts and designs.
• Execute weekly planning routines and schedule updates relating to drill and blast.
• Identify and implement cultural and process improvement initiatives across the operation.
• Drive our safety culture through in field leadership and engagement.

What You’ll Bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering (or related discipline)
• 3+ years’ experience in drill and blast and or execution
• Strong understanding and capability in common industry software applications is essential, particularly BlastLogic, Spry, Deswik and Vulcan.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to influence and communicate to a wide range of stakeholders.
• A flexible attitude and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and problem solve.

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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