Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s coal mining industry! 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 Maules Creek: Maules Creek is a high performing operation in New South Wales, producing some of the highest quality high energy thermal coal since 2015. What truly sets Maules Creek apart is its people. We’re proud to foster a supportive, collaborative culture that values everyone’s contributions, encourages personal growth, and focuses on safety. At Maules Creek, our team doesn’t just work together, they build each other up, creating an environment where skills, ideas, and passion for the work we do thrives. About The Role: We are looking for an experienced and proactive Superintendent – Technical Services to provide strategic leadership across the Maules Creek Coal open-cut operation. This role oversees a broad range of critical functions, including Geotechnical Geology & Exploration, Coal Quality & logistics, Survey and Water Management You will be responsible for ensuring all technical activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with statutory regulations, company policies, and operational procedures. Your leadership will drive team performance, maintain exceptional safety standards, and support the successful execution of mine plans, budgets, and forecasts. This position operates on a 9-day fortnight and is ideally suited to candidates seeking a residential lifestyle. DIDO arrangements with camp accommodation may also be considered for the right candidate. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Superintendent or a highly capable Senior Geologist or Engineer looking to step up into a leadership role and further develop their professional capability. What You'll Do: Provide strategic leadership across all Technical Services functions to ensure safe, efficient overburden and coal extraction aligned with mine plans and statutory requirements. Manage the exploration program and budget, contributing technical insights that support ongoing operational planning and long-term resource development. Drive continuous improvement by optimising costs, managing contractor performance, and identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency. Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of Engineers, Surveyors, Geologists, and Geotechnical specialists. Standardise processes and effectively allocate people, systems, and resources to support compliant, high-quality technical outcomes, including adherence to the WHC Technical services framework and MCC Safety management system Ensure adequate resourcing for technical functions and deliver accurate Mine Survey, Geological and coal quality Models, along with weekly, monthly and STP Feed & Product forecasts. What You'll Bring: A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or a related technical discipline. Proven leadership experience in a similar role, ideally within an open-cut coal mining environment. At least 8 years of industry experience with a strong track record of technical delivery and operational leadership. Proficiency with major mining software platforms such as Maptek Vulcan or Deswik. A solid understanding of safety management principles and a commitment to implementing practical, effective safety systems. Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary technical team. Why Whitehaven Coal? Choose a residential or DIDO arrangement, with full camp accommodation and a company vehicle available. Enjoy a competitive salary package with salary-sacrificing options, including local living benefits and novated leases. Access generous benefits such as 26 weeks paid parental leave and a $4,000 employee referral bonus. Take advantage of a wide range of employee discounts on groceries, fuel, fashion, entertainment, and more. Grow your career with ongoing development opportunities, mentorship, and professional coaching. 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 To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia. Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.
