CHPP Operator Maintainer - Maules Creek

Req #1541

Gunnedah NSW 2380, Australia

Job description

Posted Wednesday 6 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 the Role

Our Technicians in the Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) work in a dynamic processing plant environment operating, monitoring and maintaining machinery and preparing coal for transport to market.

These roles are based on site at Maules Creek, Gunnedah working rotating shifts of days and nights. (4/4/6 - 4/4/6)

What You’ll Do

• Operating various basic and complex machinery with manual maintenance work
• Assist in resolution of electrical/mechanical issues relating to performance and availability
• Undertake inspections ensuring all equipment is operating to the correct standards
• Comply with all safety and PPE requirements and promoting mine safety
• Variety of team based and autonomous duties involving plant operation and maintenance work

What You’ll Bring

• Australian recognised Electrical or Mechanical Trade qualification
• Experience in mining, civil or industrial environments
• Holder of a valid driver’s licence
• Live local to the Gunnedah region, or willingness to relocate
• Ability to work rotating day and night shift patterns

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Attractive Wage and Bonus Scheme | Permanent position at a long life mine
• Full Relocation Packages and Temporary Accommodation Supplied
• 26 Weeks Paid Parental Leave | 5 Weeks Annual Leave | 15 Days Personal Leave
• Employee Discounts: Groceries, Petrol, Fashion, Entertainment etc
• Employee Shares | Referral Bonus Scheme | Salary Packaging

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.

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