Reliability Engineer

Whitehaven Coal is proud to be the leading Australian ASX-listed producer of premium-quality coal. We operate four mines in NSW and Daunia and Blackwater coal mines in the Bowen Basin.

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About the role:

Blackwater Mine operates the largest fleet of draglines on a single site in Australia, with seven draglines and two electric shovels. The Senior Reliability Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) is based in Blackwater and reports to the Superintendent Reliability and Strategy.

This role is accountable for the electrical reliability performance, asset strategy and continuous improvement of our draglines and shovels. The successful candidate will drive sustainable improvements in fleet reliability, increase Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), optimise maintenance strategies and deliver asset performance improvements across the operation.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic electrical reliability engineer who is passionate about improving asset performance and delivering world-class reliability outcomes across one of the most exciting electric rope machine fleets in the mining industry.

What you will bring:

• Extensive experience with draglines and shovels, supported by an electrical reliability engineering background,
• Strong technical knowledge of high-voltage systems, AC/DC motors and generators, Variable speed drive and control systems, electrical protection systems, switchgear and PLC,
• Exposure to high-voltage statutory requirements,
• Ability to develop, review, and optimise maintenance and asset strategies to improve fleet reliability, availability and performance,
• Proven capability to identify, evaluate, and implement industry and technological advancements that drive reliability and continuous improvement initiatives,
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management, maintenance optimisation, shutdown planning, budgeting, and cost-effective reliability improvement programs,
• Demonstrated expertise in improving MTBF, availability, First Failure After Service (FFAS), and operational readiness through defect elimination, trend analysis, and proactive reliability practices,
• Strong facilitation and leadership skills in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), failure investigations, and the implementation of sustainable corrective actions,
• Excellent technical reporting, documentation, and asset management capabilities,
• Experience with SAP, AMT, Power BI, GE APM, or other asset management and reliability platforms
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with maintenance and operational teams to improve fleet performance and support business objectives, and
• Sound understanding of risk management, safety systems, and Queensland coal mining legislation.

Key Qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering degree or diploma, or a strong trade background, combined with a minimum of five years' experience in reliability, asset management, or maintenance engineering within mining, aviation or heavy industry environment.
• Experience working with electric draglines, electric shovels, or other large-scale field equipment, supported by strong knowledge of heavy mining equipment and maintenance practices.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Competitive Compensation: Senior Reliability Engineers at Whitehaven receive competitive salaries and excellent conditions.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employees enjoy a range of benefits, including: 26 weeks of paid parental leave. Employee referral bonuses up to $4,000, access to various employee discounts on groceries, fuel, fashion, entertainment, and more.
• Career Development Opportunities: Whitehaven emphasises ongoing career development, offering mentorship, professional coaching, and opportunities for skill enhancement.
• Supportive Work Environment: Whitehaven fosters a collaborative culture that values individual contributions, encourages personal growth, and prioritizes safety, creating a positive and inclusive workplace.
• Location and work arrangements: This is a Blackwater Mine role however, for the right candidate, we will consider residential, DIDO and FIFO options and flexible work arrangements

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.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

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