Mechanical Tradesperson

5 hours ago

Stony Creek New South Wales, Australia Yancoal Australia Ltd Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About The Business

  • Job security and long term stability with a Tier 1 Mining Asset
  • Heavily subsidised accommodation and meals
  • Located in the award winning Mudgee Region

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.

Moolarben Coal mine is Australia's largest thermal coal producer and has both Underground and Open cut operations producing over 21 million tpa. It has over 800 employees with employees residing in the beautiful Mudgee area, with all the facilities for a fantastic family lifestyle.

Job Tasks And Responsibilities
The Underground Mechanical Tradesperson will work closely with the Engineering Department to install, commission, overhaul and maintain mechanical infrastructure and plant and equipment at the mine. The role will work in collaboration with the Mechanical Supervisors, Outbye/Development/Longwall Engineers and Mechanical Engineering Manager. Reporting to the Shift Area Leader (Undermanager), your responsibilities will include:

  • Conduct effective maintenance and fault-finding work on Mechanical systems
  • Monitor Mechanical equipment to ensure it remains in a fit for purpose and safe condition
  • Operate machinery as part of a multi-skilled workforce

There are multiple positions available, with options for Monday–Friday dayshift or Friday–Sunday dayshift rosters.

Skills And Experience
Essential Criteria

  • Underground Coal Mining experience or Relevant Heavy Industry plant experience
  • Relevant qualifications - Mechanical Trade Qualification
  • A professional work ethic and the ability to strive for continuous improvement
  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Experience with promoting a positive safety culture within the mine
  • Sound planning, organisation and problem-solving skills

Desirable Criteria

  • Post trade hydraulics
  • High Risk Work Licences
  • AS3584 Explosion Protected Engine systems (DES)

Benefits
Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees. The following benefits are available to eligible employees:

  • Discounted private health insurance
  • Study assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to financial education and banking discounts
  • Salary packaging including novated leasing and remote area benefits
  • Service recognition rewards
  • Discounts program including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants

Yancoal values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+.

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.

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