CHPP Operator Maintainer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026.
- One of Peabody’s lowest-cost, high-performing sites
- Hands-on CHPP role with real variety and great team collaboration
- Monday-Friday roster in the Mudgee region
Our Wilpinjong Mine is an open-cut coal mining operation located in the western coalfields of New South Wales, approximately 40-50 kilometres northeast of Mudgee, near the village of Wollar. Wilpinjong produces high-quality thermal coal for both domestic and export energy markets, and is one of Peabody’s most productive and lowest-cost operations.
At Peabody, we are proud to supply coal that plays an essential role in powering homes, industries and communities. Wilpinjong’s high-quality thermal coal supports reliable energy generation in New South Wales and abroad, contributing to affordable electricity while maintaining some of the region’s lowest-emission extraction practices.
About the role:
Reporting to the CHPP Shift Supervisor, the scope of your role will be to operate all areas of the Coal Preparation plant in line with production schedules whilst working within a small crew.
The majority of trade work is completed by external contractors on planned regular shutdowns, so this is more of a processing and first pass maintaining / trade role with good variety.
Endeavouring to providevariety in the day,rotating the CHPP tasks through the day, duties will include:
- Operate and monitor preparation plant to optimize production and quality as directed by the CHPP Production Supervisor.
- Identify, report and act on all hazards whilst complying with the Health, Safety and Environment Management System.
- Perform train loading operations in line with train schedules and blend parameters.
- Perform CHPP roving duties to monitor CHPP performance and make adjustments as required.
- Perform first response breakdown maintenance tasks as required.
- Conduct P.M. inspections.
- Operate stockpile dozers to manage the product coal stockpile.
- Operate stockpile dozers for reclaim operations and train loading.
- Maintain CHPP equipment as requested during scheduled maintenance periods.
- Maintain cleanliness of all areas of the CHPP and Train Loadout.
About you:
The successful candidate must be a proactive team player, as well as:
- Minimum of 3 years operations/maintenance experience in a CHPP
- Mechanical trade (highly desirable)
- Have demonstrated a positive work ethic;
- Be an effective team player;
- Be willing to work on a 24/7 rotating shift roster
- Uncompromising commitment to safety and the environment.
The lifestyle:
This position is offered on a Monday to Friday roster, providing a balanced work-life schedule and supporting a residential lifestyle in the beautiful Mudgee region.
Peabody Energy also offers the following:
- Potential relocation benefits for eligible vacancies
- Employee assistance program available for yourself and immediate family
- Novated vehicle leasing available
- Health and lifestyle benefits (WHEREFIT)
About Peabody:
Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.
Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at : Peabody Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)