Mining Superintendent

MINING SUPERINTENDENT

About the Business

•    Permanent role, long-term stability •   Work in a positive safety culture with a focus on continual learning •   Based at Yancoal Mount Thorley Warkworth 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. 

Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is one of the largest open pit operations in the area. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both draglines and load haul systems as the current and preferred mining method. Our site operates continuously 24 hours a day, seven days a week and has a long and proud history, employing approximately 1350 people from local and surrounding communities, who are our most valuable asset.   

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Mining Superintendent for the Dragline, Drill and Blast Team (DD&B). This role reports to the Mine Manager and will be responsible for leading the Mining Production Team to continue to improve the operational performance of the Dragline, Drill and Blast function. 

As a key member of the Mining Team, you will oversee and support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of key operating systems and process controls to ensure an efficient and cost-effective process for DD&B.

The successful candidate will provide:

•    Direction for the DD&B Team to ensure maximum and sustainable profitability.  •    Display and encourage positive safety behaviour consistent with the Yancoal Values. •    Ability to influence and communicate effectively with cross functional stakeholders.  •    Implement annual budgets through developing and maintaining a thorough understanding of the people and plant performance.  •    Drive leadership capability through demonstrated alignment to uphold site standards, policies, and procedures. •    Review cost expenditure on a regular basis to ensure monthly costs are on budget.  

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will display the Yancoal – ‘Our Way’ behaviours in everyday practice and fosters a ‘One Team’ culture, along with promoting the Yancoal Values of People, Safety, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. 

To be successful in the role you will also display the following skills and attributes:

Essential Criteria:

•    Demonstrated experience at a Superintendent level in a similar environment. •    Working knowledge of the Coal Mining Safety & Health Act and associated regulations and how they pertain to individual and supervisor obligations. •    Demonstrated experience at leading and mentoring Production Supervisors for the purpose of maximising mine productivity, cultural alignment and employee growth and development. •    Current Australian Open Driver's licence (mandatory).

Benefits

• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants. 
• Discounted corporate health insurance for you and your family.
• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications.
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period.
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank
• Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply

Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply. 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.

Applications close Friday 16 August 2024

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted