Mining Superintendent - D&B/Mine Services

Mining Superintendent - Drill & Blast /Mine Services

About the Business

•    Get your life insurance paid for •    Safety is our top priority – our days start and finish with it •    Be based in Collie 6225 We are Australia’s largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia. 

Managed by Yancoal, Premier Coal is the leading coal producer in Western Australia.  Operating an open cut coal mine near Collie in the South West of WA, the operation produces coal for the domestic market with contracts to 2030.  

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

The Mining Superintendent - Drill & Blast / Mine Services is responsible for the management and continuous improvement Premier Coal mining equipment, personnel and contracted resources to ensure all drill & blast and mining operations are conducted in a safe and efficient manner and meeting KPI’s as set out in the Mining Budget

• Direct drill & blast through consistent interaction with Mining and Dispatch Supervisor’s to ensure mining and other key performance targets are met and exceeded where possible on a daily basis
• Assist in preparation of yearly budget and forecast for the Drill & Blast / Mine Services area in consultation with the Mining Superintendent - Operations and Mining Manager, ensuring accuracy and consideration of any possible shifts in the operating environment
• Work in conjunction with the Mining Superintendent - Operations and Mining Manager to prepare the manning budget and monitor employee numbers throughout the year to ensure they are maintained
• Contribute to the mine planning and scheduling process and communicate same to the Mining and Dispatch Supervisor’s to promote foresight and further education of personnel.

Skills and Experience

• Quarry Manager qualification (highly desirable).
• Degree or Diploma in an associated discipline (highly desirable).
• Senior First Aid Certificate.
• Demonstrated skills in risk awareness, hazard identification and a strong commitment to safety performance.
• Working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 and associated regulations and how they pertain to individual and supervisor obligations.
• Demonstrated understanding of associated plant & machinery within the mining environment and how to apply “best” fit.
• Previous experience in providing leadership to effect project and operational success in an Open Cut Mining environment.
• Experienced at leading and mentoring Mining and Dispatch Supervisors for the purpose of maximising mine productivity.
• Highly developed operating skills on a wide range of earthmoving equipment.

Benefits

• All roles are referenced to current relevant market matching data
• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants 
• Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
• Above industry standard paid parental leave provisions
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourages those from all backgrounds to consider applying. If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.