At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop long-term maintenance plans and budgets for heavy mining equipment.
- Company: Join Whitehaven, a leader in Australia's coal mining industry with strong values.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous parental leave, and employee discounts on various services.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace focused on diversity and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on asset reliability and support sustainable operations.
- Qualifications: Trade qualifications or mining experience, plus strong SAP skills.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Whitehaven is a leading 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 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
- S afety,
- T eamwork,
- R espect,
- I ntegrity,
- V alue and
E xcellence.
About the Role
Reporting to the Superintendent – Asset Planning & Strategy, this role is responsible for developing long-term maintenance plans, shutdown forecasts, budgets, and asset planning strategies for HME (Excavators, Haul Trucks, Dozers & Ancillary HME Fleets).
Working closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, finance, and external service providers, you will help deliver practical maintenance plans that balance cost, risk, reliability, and operational performance.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in improving asset reliability and supporting the safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of site equipment.
What You Will Do
- Build and manage long-term maintenance plans and budgets for HME.
- Work with site, engineering, and operations teams to align maintenance plans with shutdowns and production needs.
- Coordinate parts, labour, and long-lead items with procurement and reliability teams.
- Review maintenance performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Maintain planning data, forecasts, and work instructions in SAP and support budget reporting.
What You Will Bring
- Trade qualifications or significant mining industry experience, enabling accurate estimation of resources, costs, materials, and timeframes.
- Strong SAP/S4H proficiency for maintenance planning, scheduling, and administration.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation and lead routine planning meetings.
- Highly organised and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities, navigating tight deadlines, and working effectively within structured systems and processes.
- Detail-oriented and quality-driven, with experience interpreting technical documentation and liaising with contractors and vendors.
Why Whitehaven?
- 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 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 acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, recognising their connection to land, waters, and community.
We pay our respects to Australia’s First Peoples, and to their Elders past and present.
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Planner LT BWM in Brisbane employer: Whitehaven Coal Limited
Whitehaven Coal is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises safety, teamwork, and excellence. With comprehensive career development opportunities, generous relocation packages, and a commitment to recognising individual contributions, employees at the Maules Creek Mine can thrive in a rewarding environment while enjoying benefits like paid parental leave and a bonus scheme. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the mining industry while being part of a company that values diversity and community engagement.
