Coal Processing Technician - Electrical and Mechanical | Mt Arthur Coal | NSWEC

About BHP

At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential.

With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.

Come and be a part of this success.

About Mt Arthur Coal

Mt Arthur Coal is an open-cut coal mine 100 per cent owned by BHP. Located in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales it's the largest producer of energy coal in the region, operating alongside olive growers, wine makers, horse breeders and the nearby residential community of Muswellbrook.Our greatest asset is and has always been our people and communities, which is why we are committed to working together on our Pathway to 2030 - a program to responsibly close Mt Arthur Coal. We are about doing the right thing and working with everyone to co-create a shared vision for the future of the region.

About the Role

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for Electrical and Mechanical Technicians to join the CHPP Coal Processing team. These are permanent positions working a 5/4 Day/Night roster, reporting to a Processing Supervisor. In this role, you will contribute to optimising production, improving equipment performance and availability and enhancing reliability to support future growth across our operations

• Maintain the continuous operation of CHPP streams from ROM to train load-out.
• Respond to breakdowns.
• Learn to operate stockpile dozer, CHPP plant, control room and raw coal operations.
• Ensure production targets for grade, quality and throughput are achieved.
• Implement improvement initiatives.

About You

• Hold relevant trade qualifications (Electrical or Mechanical).
• Experience in a similar role with exposure to maintenance work.
• Previous CHPP and/or dozer operation experience will be well regarded but not essential.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, strong decision-making skills with confidence to escalate where required, adaptable and eager to learn new skills.

Pathway to 2030 – be part of the legacy

Mt Arthur Coal is progressing toward a planned cessation of mining in 2030, with a clear focus on responsible operations, safe delivery and thoughtful transition planning.

This role offers a rare opportunity to:

•    Be part of the legacy of one of NSW’s most significant mining operations•    Build your career through involvement in a mine closure process•    Contribute to rehabilitation planning and the transition of the site to its next productive land use•    Help define what “good” looks like in late life operations and responsible closure

Working at an open-cut coal mine like Mt Arthur Coal involves certain risks, including operating in or around heavy machinery, exposure to environmental hazards such as tailings dams, and managing fatigue from long or night shifts. Before applying, please ensure you understand these risks and can commit to following all safety requirements and procedures designed to keep you and others safe.

About Our Process

At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks. 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.