Overview
The Bloomfield Group is seeking an experienced Open Cut Examiner to join the Production Team at Rix's Creek Mine. In this key operational role, you will champion a strong safety culture, provide clear direction to production crews, and support the delivery of safe and efficient mining operations. This position will initially be on a Monday to Friday night shift roster.
Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, coach and communicate with crews to ensure high standards of safety performance and adherence to mine plans, business systems and Group procedures
* Conduct inspections of open cut mining areas, identify hazards, and effectively communicate and control risks
* Provide information, instruction, training and supervision to relevant personnel on site
* Maximise the effectiveness of resources, including people, machinery, and equipment
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and escalate issues to the Mine Manager as required
* Liaise with engineering teams and tradespeople to support effective and timely maintenance
* Work collaboratively with CHPP and train loading teams to ensure appropriate labour allocation
* Partner with management and technical services to optimise coal recovery and meet quality standards
* Demonstrate strong housekeeping standards and equipment care
* Demonstrated experience fostering a positive safety culture
* Strong ability to build collaborative relationships and work with accountability
* Proven capability managing competing priorities and making sound decisions for both short‐ and long‐term production outcomes
Qualifications and Experience
* Certificate of Competence – Open Cut Examiner, including a current Practicing Certificate with evidence of maintenance of competency
* Experience working as an OCE in an open cut coal mining environment
* Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation
* Well‐developed communication and interpersonal skills, with a team‐focused approach
* High level of technical knowledge across operational and maintenance requirements
* Effective problem‐solving and decision‐making abilities
* General proficiency in computer applications
Working with The Bloomfield Group
The Bloomfield Group is a proud Australian mining and engineering business that has been part of the Hunter Valley community for over 85 years, employing around 600 local people. We own and operate two open‐cut coal mines - Rix's Creek near Singleton and Bloomfield Mine near Maitland - along with Kings Engineering and Biodiesel Industries Australia.
Investing in our people and our community
We invest in our people and our community. Through the Bloomfield Group Foundation, we support vulnerable young people, medical and health research, and a wide range of programs that enrich Hunter Valley communities. Our values guide how we work: We Care. We Deliver.
* We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our community and the environment.
* We work together with integrity to achieve safety, operational best practice, customer satisfaction and compliance.
This position requires an individual who aligns with these values.
To Apply
To apply for the position, please answer the screening questions and attach your covering letter and resume. Please ensure that your cover letter addresses the essential criteria (as outlined in the Position Description) and your experience relevant to the role. In providing your CV to Bloomfield you acknowledge acceptance to be included in its recruitment processes as defined by the business.
Applications are open (please note early applications are encouraged as the position will close following a suitable candidate being found).
The Bloomfield Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, priding itself on an inclusive workplace. All applicants must be able to evidence their Right to Work in Australia.
About Bloomfield Group
The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group. Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for more than 80 years and employ hundreds of local people. The mining operations are our Rix's Creek Mine northwest of Singleton, and our Bloomfield Mine east of Maitland. The Hunter based Kings Engineering business is also owned by the Group. To learn more about the working The Bloomfield Group, watch this short introductory video.
Privacy Acknowledgment
The Bloomfield Group may from time to time utilise the services of Recruitment Agencies as part of our recruitment process for various positions. In providing your CV to Bloomfield you acknowledge acceptance of being included in these processes.
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Questions
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? *
* Yes - Permanently with no Restrictions
* Yes - Temporarily with no restrictions
* Yes - Temporarily with restrictions
* Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
* Yes
* No
* Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check, which includes a drug and alcohol test?
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* If you successfully gain a position with The Bloomfield Group, how much notice do you have to give your current employer?
* If you know someone who works for The Bloomfield Group, please state who they are and your relationship?
* For Statistical Purposes only, do you identify as?
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* For statistical purposes only, are you a person of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin?
* No
* Yes, Aboriginal
* Yes, both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
* I prefer not to disclose
* Do you have a Certificate of Competency and Practicing Certificate to be an Open Cut Examiner? *
* Yes
* No
* Outline your experience as an OCE in an open-cut coal mine. *
* Why do you want this position? *
* Do you consent to your referees being contacted in relation to this position? *
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* Please provide the name, position and contact details of two (2) referees.
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