Whitehaven Coalis thedominant 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, effective 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 ofSafety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, ValueandExcellence.
About The Role
Whitehaven Coal is seeking motivated and safety-focused Bench Hands to join the Drill & Blast team at Maules Creek Mine. Working alongside our experienced Drillers & Shot Firers, you'll play a vital role in supporting safe and efficient blast hole drilling operations across site.
These positions are based in Gunnedah, NSW and involve working a 7/7 work pattern.
What You'll Do
Assist shot firers with the safe and efficient operation of blast hole drilling activities
Support drill relocations, setup and preparation of drill sites
Maintain a clean and organised work area while identifying and reporting hazards or equipment defects




Work collaboratively with the Drill & Blast team to achieve production targets while maintaining the highest safety standards
What You'll Bring
Experience in mining operations or a similar heavy industry environment (Bench Hand experience highly regarded)
Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding environment
Contribute to a positive safety culture & demonstrate visible safe working practices
Adherence and participation towards our "STRIVE" values (Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Value, Excellence)
Why Whitehaven Coal?
Permanent role at a long life mine | Attractive salary & bonus
Relocation package or temporary accommodation supplied
6 weeks annual leave | 3 weeks personal leave | 26 weeks parental leave
Novated leases | Remote area housing benefits | $4k bonus referral scheme
Company shares | Salary packaging | Career Development
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📌 Benchhand - Maules Creek (New South Wales)
🏢 Whitehaven Coal
📍 New South Wales