Open Cut Examiner

About the role:  We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Open Cut Examiner / Mining Supervisor at our Wilpinjong Mine. Our Wilpinjong mine is an open cut mine located 58 kilometers northeast of Mudgee producing a high-quality thermal coal for export and domestic markets.

Reporting to the Production Superintendent, this role will be responsible for all day to day mine activities in compliance with all relevant statutes by providing leadership to achieve safe and effective production. This is to be achieved through managing the production functions in a safe, efficient, and effective manner. 

This position is suited to an individual looking to progress their mining career. We have continual career progression opportunities and exposure to truck/shovel, dozer push and cast blast in a fast-paced low strip ratio 4:1 open cut mining environment.

The lifestyle:  

This position is offered on a family-friendly rotating panel roster with a mix of days and nights, which is suited to a residential lifestyle in nearby Mudgee district.  

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Peabody Energy also offers the following:  

• Exceptional relocation benefits with a possible lump sum payment of one months salary
• Employee assistance program available for yourself and immediate family
• Novated vehicle leasing available
• Health and lifestyle benefits (WHEREFIT).
• Employee recognition program
• ability to salary sacrifice up to 50% of your mortgage interest or rental payments. 

Duties will include:

• Fulfil the statutory requirements for an Open Cut Examiner including inspections and reporting
• Comply with Wilpinjong policies and procedures
• Set and demonstrate a proactive approach to health, safety and environmental standards and ensure a safe working environment is maintained
• Demonstrate safe behaviours and provide visible safe leadership to team members
• Ensure that risk management tools and relevant procedures are in place when planning and executing work
• Effective utilisation of shift personnel and equipment resources to achieve the mine plan and production targets
• Conduct mining operations in an environmentally responsible manner
• Responsible for supervision of all contractors that are operating in mining areas
• Ensure all personnel on site are trained and competent for the duties assigned
• Identify training requirements within crew and facilitate multi skilled crews
• Conduct monthly safety meetings with production operators
• Be an active participant in the continuous improvement program
• Liaise with Maintenance, Technical and other Support Services to establish Production priorities and ensure operations requirements and targets are incorporated into Production design and schedules 

About you:

The successful candidate will hold a OCE qualification and current practicing certificate. Leadership experience in an open cut mining production environment is essential. They will also have:

• Demonstrated experience supervising a large workforce to positive effect in an open cut mining environment
• Valid NSW Driver’s license
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Computer literacy skills
• Strong commitment to safety as a way of life

About Peabody:

Peabody is a world-leader in providing products for the production of affordable, reliable steel and energy to customers in 15 countries on five continents. We employ over 4,900 people, have 18 operations in the United States and Australia and in 2021 we restored 2400 acres of land. When you work with us, you are working with a team of professionals around the world who are committed to making a difference for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Peabody is a globally diverse company which offers an inclusive work environment to engage, recognise and develop employees. The company values the power of inclusion and diversity as a competitive advantage and is committed to increasing the number of diverse employees throughout its operations. We welcome applications from all diversity groups to assist us in honouring our commitment.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at www.jobs.peabodyenergy.com/