Coal Planning Engineer

3 weeks ago


Blackwater, Australia Whitehaven Coal Full time

About the Role

With our recent acquisition of Blackwater Mine, Whitehaven Coal are seeking a skilled Coal Planning Engineer to provide planning support and production advice across the operation. As a Coal Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering coal production plans for coal mining, coal processing and coarse reject deposition.

What You’ll Do

Develop the hr production plan with a focus on blend compliance and coal quality. Create designs and schedules that are safe, efficient and aligned to the annual budget and 5Yr plan. Solve problems arising from equipment maintenance, blend issues or any others. Foster collaborative and productive relationships across the organisation including external providers and technical consultants. 

What You’ll Bring

Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or other suitable qualification. An extensive coal quality and planning background is essential. Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to articulate technical information. Highly proficient in industry software applications such as Corvus and Spry.

Why Whitehaven Coal

FIFO/DIDO opportunities on an 8on/6off roster wks. Paid Parental Leave Competitive salary packages, with salary sacrificing options (local living & novated leases)  Bonus Scheme + $1k Company Shares  Employee Discounts: groceries, petrol, fashion, entertainment plus more  Career Development, Mentorship and Coaching

Whitehaven supports the communities in which we operate and encourage our employees to live locally, and relocation assistance is provided.

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

Whitehaven Coal  is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: 

Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.


Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.



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