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We currently operate four mines in NSW and we’re excited to grow our QLD operations via the announced acquisition of 100% of BMA’s Daunia and Blackwater coal mines in the Bowen Basin.\nOur 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.\n\nAbout the role:\nBlackwater 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.\nThis role is accountable for the reliability performance, asset strategy and continuous improvement of our electric 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.\nWe are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic reliability professional 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.\nWhat you will bring:\nExtensive experience with draglines and shovels, ideally supported by a reliability engineering background,\nAbility to develop, review, and optimise maintenance and asset strategies to improve fleet reliability, availability and performance,\nProven capability to identify, evaluate, and implement industry and technological advancements that drive reliability engineering and continuous improvement initiatives,\nStrong understanding of asset lifecycle management, maintenance optimisation, shutdown planning, budgeting, and cost-effective reliability improvement programs,\nDemonstrated expertise in improving MTBF, availability, First Failure After Service (FFAS), and operational readiness through defect elimination, trend analysis, and proactive reliability practices,\nStrong facilitation and leadership skills in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), failure investigations, and the implementation of sustainable corrective actions,\nExcellent technical reporting, documentation, and asset management capabilities,\nAbility to develop and maintain effective relationships with maintenance and operational teams to improve fleet performance and support business objectives, and\nSound understanding of risk management, safety systems, and Queensland coal mining legislation.\nKey Qualifications:\nEngineering degree or diploma, or a strong trade background, combined with a minimum of five years' experience in reliability, asset management, or maintenance engineering within a mining or heavy industry environment.\nExperience working with electric draglines, electric shovels, or other large-scale field equipment, supported by strong knowledge of heavy mining equipment and maintenance practices.\nWhy Whitehaven Coal?\nCompetitive Compensation: Senior Reliability Engineers at Whitehaven receive competitive salaries and excellent conditions.\nComprehensive 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.\nCareer Development Opportunities: Whitehaven emphasises ongoing career development, offering mentorship, professional coaching, and opportunities for skill enhancement.\nSupportive Work Environment: Whitehaven fosters a collaborative culture that values individual contributions, encourages personal growth, and prioritizes safety, creating a positive and inclusive workplace.\nLocation 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\n\nWhy Whitehaven Coal?\nSuccessful ASX Coal Miner \n26 wks. 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