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CHPP Electrician
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  • Full time
  • Springlands, Queensland, Australia
  • Maintenance - Operator Production Maintenance
Job ID JR105739 Closing date 20/04/2026 Last Updated 02/04/2026

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Collinsville Open Cut is located approximately 160 km from Airlie Beach in Queensland, a town known as the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. Producing both metallurgical and thermal coal for the export market, the surface mine has a long operational life and is transitioning from a dragline strip operation to a truck and shovel terrace operation.

Reporting to the CHPP Supervisor and Superintendent, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of CHPP fixed plant assets. You will work collaboratively within a dynamic operations team, utilising available resources to optimise plant performance, equipment availability, and production outcomes. This role is well suited to an electrical tradesperson with strong operational discipline, a high regard for safety, and a proactive approach to plant optimisation and housekeeping.

 

Core accountabilities include:

  • Conduct regular CHPP plant inspections to monitor operating conditions and maximise efficiency

  • Respond to and assist with plant breakdowns to support the timely restoration of operations

  • Safely and efficiently operate mobile equipment, including loaders and ancillary equipment

  • Operate train load-out systems in accordance with site procedures

  • Manage and maintain product stockpiles to meet production requirements

  • Maintain a consistently high standard of housekeeping across the CHPP

  • Participate in operational improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance

  • Provide accurate operational feedback and information to support CHPP planning and performance

  • Support the CHPP team to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective production outcomes aligned with site target

  

About you:

  • Electrical trade qualification with experience in a CHPP fixed plant operations environment (Highly desirable)

  • Other trades will be considered

  • Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence

  • Ability to identify abnormal plant conditions and respond effectively

  • Clear communication skills and a disciplined approach to procedures

  • Proactive, team-focused attitude

 

 What we offer:

  • 7/7 roster

  • Health and wellbeing reimbursement

  • Onsite Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

  • Strong focus on career progression, including formal training and personal development plans

 

 For Further Information

Please contact Murray Kimmorley on 0408 918 587 or Jake Henry on 0437 820 063

Applications close: 19 April 2026

 

All internal applicants must discuss their interest in this position with their Manager prior to submitting an application.

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