Deputy - Underground

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.About The RoleWe’re looking for an experienced Weekend Deputy to support our operations over the weekend roster. Our Deputies support our Underground Mining Operations by providing leadership and direction to our vital underground shift crews in all planned mining activities. This important role is based in Narrabri NSW.What You’ll DoFacilitate crew/shift communications including Toolbox Talks/Pre-start meetingsMentor, train and assess employees on various types of mining equipmentMotivate teams to achieve agreed production targetsEnsure that maintenance schedules are completed in accordance with statutory, and site regulationsEnsuring all crews are aware of, and are following, HSEC policies and proceduresWhat You’ll BringMinimum 5 years’ experience in Underground Longwall MiningDeputies certificate of competencyCert IV Underground Coal MiningCert IV OH&S Workplace Safety (desirable)Ability to motivate yourself and others to meet production targets whilst maintaining positive team culture Why Whitehaven Coal?DIDO or Residential depending on your circumstancesCareer Development, Mentorship and CoachingFull Relocation Packages for those moving to the areaNovated Leasing and other Employee Benefits 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: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment 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.