Leading Hand - Mechanical Development

Whitehaven Coal

Posted on:  28th Mar 2023

Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented Leading Hand to be accountable for the performance of maintenance and repairs to Development equipment to achieve production targets.

The Leading Hand will provide supervision of the daily activities of tradespeople and contractors and will ensure maintenance coverage for breakdowns.

The Leading Hand will also provide support for the work management process in PULSE raising work orders, ordering parts, recording actions and closing work orders

What You’ll Do

  • Demonstrate visible safety leadership in the workplace through leading by example, fostering OH&S awareness among staff, managing risk, and promoting continuous improvements in the area of safety while working towards the company goal of “zero harm”
  • Develop plans and conduct repairs and maintenance for development equipment.
  • Develop and carry out assigned work orders.
  • Coordinate with production and maintenance personnel.
  • Maintain a high work output level, and provide assistance where required.

What You’ll Bring

  • Experienced in Underground Coal Development
  • Relevant mechanical trade qualification
  • Driver’s Licence
  • Supervisor qualifications S1, S2 and S3 (desirable)
  • Be committed to your own self-development, and the personal growth of your employees, by actively participating in and completing regular performance reviews.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

  • Competitive Salary Packages | Salary Sacrificing Options
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Paid Parental Leave
Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We are striving for an inclusive workplace that brings people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes applicants of diversity of gender, culture and experience.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer. 

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