Dragline Superintendent | Blackwater Mine
Lead one of Australia's most critical mining operations at the iconic Blackwater Mine.
As part of one of Australia's leading mining companies, with six world-class mining assets across NSW and Queensland, we are seeking an experienced Dragline Superintendent to provide leadership, technical direction, and operational excellence across our dragline operations at Blackwater Mine.
This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll be responsible for delivering safe, reliable, and efficient dragline performance while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager Production, the Dragline Superintendent is responsible for leading dragline operations, ensuring safe operations, achieving production targets, and developing a high-performing team. You will work closely with Maintenance, Technical Services, and Production teams to optimise dragline performance and maximise business outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and promoting a strong safety culture across all dragline activities
- Delivering dragline productivity and cost performance targets
- Providing leadership and direction to Supervisors and operational teams
- Quality hand over of work areas to the next process (coal uncovery, minimise coal losses,
ramps and walls dug to design)
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance
- Managing production plans and coordinating dragline activities to meet mine schedules
- Building capability within teams through coaching, mentoring, and development
About You
You are a respected leader with extensive open-cut coal mining experience and a strong track record of delivering results through people.
You'll bring:
- Significant experience in dragline mining operations
- Proven leadership capability in a mining production setting
- Strong understanding of safety systems and risk management practices
- Demonstrated ability to lead large operational teams
- Excellent technical knowledge of dragline production and mine planning interfaces
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Why Join Us?
- Be part of one of Australia's leading mining companies
- Work at iconic Blackwater Mine with the largest Dragline Fleet in the Southern Hemisphere
- Lead a critical operation that directly influences site performance and business outcomes
- Join a collaborative and high-performing leadership team
- Competitive remuneration and genuine career development opportunities
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📌 Superintendent Draglines (Blackwater)
🏢 Whitehaven Coal
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