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Supervisor Maintenance

Whitehaven Coal Blackwater QLD 4717

Permanent Full time
Similar jobs pay ~$90k - $120k

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Key points we found

  • Oversee maintenance operations at Blackwater Mine
  • Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and optimise equipment performance

Company description:
Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.
Job description: Field Maintenance Supervisor | Hydraulics | Blackwater Mine

Whitehaven Coal is seeking a dynamic and motivated Supervisor Maintenance professional to oversee maintenance operations at our Blackwater Mine, one of Queensland’s premier coal mining sites.

About the Role:

As a Supervisor Maintenance, you will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our mining equipment and infrastructure. You will lead a team of skilled maintenance technicians, coordinate maintenance schedules, and collaborate with operations to optimise performance.

Key Responsibilities:

* Supervise and coordinate maintenance activities across the Blackwater Mine site
* Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance team members
* Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations
* Plan and prioritise maintenance work to minimise downtime
* Collaborate with operational teams to optimise equipment performance
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and reporting

What We’re Looking For:

* Proven experience in maintenance supervision within the mining or heavy industry sector
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* Sound knowledge and maintenance practices of CAT, Liebherr and Komatsu Excavators
* Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
* Relevant trade qualifications or equivalent experience

Why Whitehaven Coal?

* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Supportive and safety-focused work environment
* Opportunity to be part of a leading Australian mining company
* Career development and growth opportunities

Whitehaven Coal – Leading with Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.
To apply: https://whitehaven-coal-limited.contactrh.com/jobs/12217/44206611

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Skills
CAT
Hydraulics
Komatsu excavators
Leadership
Liebherr
Maintenance
Maintenance supervision
Record Keeping
Regulatory Compliance
Safety
Safety Standards
Team Management
Troubleshooting

Perks & benefits
Career development
Flexible Hours/Time
Incentive programs
Novated lease
Paid parental leave

More details
Expiring date
27 Jun 2026
Date posted
28 May 2026
Category
Mining & Energy
Occupation
Maintenance
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Mining
Sector
Publicly listed company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate
Company size
1000+

Whitehaven Coal

Publicly listed company
1000+
Company size

 Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Whitehaven Coal supports the following values and diversity groups:
Cultural Diversity Cultural Diversity Diversity Diversity Equal opportunities Equal opportunities Women at work Women at work
Pay insights
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