Fitter - Maintenance (GBH)

Req #1461

Gunnedah NSW 2380, Australia

Job description

Posted Thursday 14 May 2026 at 7:00 am

Whitehaven Coalis the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

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, V**alue and Excellence.

About This Role

Looking for a hands-on role where your skills keep things moving? At Whitehaven Coal, we’re after experienced Maintenance Fitters to join our Gunnedah Basin Haulage team. You’ll be working on our fleet of 26 Scania A-doubles, helping keep our operations safe, reliable and on schedule.

Whether you're already local or considering a move to the Gunnedah region, we’d love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Perform all required repairs and maintenance on our Scania A-doubles
  Work autonomously to meet production targets and deadlines
• Showcase a commitment to safety with visible safe work practices and adherence to JSA protocols
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to complete work orders effectively
• Be able to do a 3 panel roster (days & nights)

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a heavy diesel mechanic, with expertise in maintaining heavy vehicles and trailers
• Experience with Scania trucks (a bonus, but not essential!)
• Relevant trade qualifications and hands-on industry experience.
• A proactive attitude towards safety and teamwork.
• A Current Drivers License

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• $1,000 Company Shares
• Rental Bond Advances
• Retail Discounts via Whitehaven Connects
• Relocation Packages Available
• Employee Recognition Rewards (STRIVE Awards)

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

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.