Operator - CHPP (NAR)

Whitehaven Coal

Date posted: January 21, 2026

Closes: Feb 20, 2026


Whitehaven Coal is the dominant 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, efficient 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 of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About The Role – CHPP Operator

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced CHPP Operator to join the Coal Handling & Preparation Plant at Narrabri.

What You’ll Do

To be successful in the role the following skills and experience are desirable:

Experience working in a dynamic processing environmentControl room operationsTrain loading operations, stockpile dozer experienceEWP, bobcat, IT loader experienceConduct daily inspections for faults and hazards

What You'll Bring

Holder of a valid driver’s licenseAbility to work in a multi-skilled team environmentPrepared to work rotating shifts – day and night rostersExperience working safely in an industrial environmentElectrical or Mechanical Trade Qualification preferred, though not essential

Why Whitehaven Coal?

Career Development, Mentorship and CoachingFull Relocation PackagesBonus Scheme + $1k Company SharesEmployee Referral Scheme - $4000 for Successful Referrals!26 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

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.

Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment

Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.

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

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.

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