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Mining Supervisor (Open Cut Examiner)
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  • Full time
  • Lemington, New South Wales, Australia
  • Mining - Middle Management
Job ID JR106210 Closing date 31/08/2026 Last Updated 14/08/2026

United Wambo Joint Venture (UWJV) is an open-cut coal mine located 16 kilometres west of Singleton in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales. UWJV is a 50:50 joint venture between United Collieries (Glencore and MEU) and Wambo Coal (Peabody).

The Opportunity

United Wambo Joint Venture (UWJV) is an Open Cut mine located 16 kilometres west of Singleton in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales. UWJV 50:50 joint venture between United Collieries (Glencore and MEU) and Wambo Coal (Peabody). We commenced operation in 2020 and we are forecast to produce up to 10 million tonnes per annum of run of mine (ROM) thermal and semi-soft metallurgical coal until 2042.

In 2022, UWJV was awarded NSW Mining 'Operation of the Year'

The role

Reporting to the Mining Superintendent, as an integral member of the mining team the primary purpose of this role is to provide strong leadership and strategic direction of a team responsible for executing the mine plan to a high standard. This role will require you to lead by example providing visible and credible direction to achieve a safe and productive approach to work.

This role requires an individual prepared to challenge the norm, drive continuous improvement and who can demonstrate experience in implementing best practice using a fully involved and hands on approach delivering value for all stakeholders, including yourself and others. You will be a member of an industry leading operation built on a culture of Safety, Ownership, Belonging and Achievement.

About you

  • An Open Cut Examiners (OCE) Certificate of competency is essential. 

  • You will have experience in the direct supervision and management of personnel in a frontline role.

  • Understand HSEC standards and statutory requirements of an OCE.

  • Able to work collaboratively to achieve operational targets and positive business outcomes.

  • Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships.

  • Excellent time management and leadership skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Able to hold your team accountable to deliver excellence in all operational metrics.

  • Passionate about team growth and development.

  • Proactive attitude towards safety.

In return, here are just some of the benefits we offer:

  • Direct employment with Glencore – we are a responsible miner of coal that has a track record of operational excellence.

  • Highly competitive remuneration package.

  • Annual short-term incentive bonus.

  • 6 weeks Annual Leave per year.

  • Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave.

  • A tailored Personal Development Plan and access to Education Assistance.

  • 18 week’s Paid Parental Leave including superannuation contributions during periods of both paid and unpaid parental leave.

  • Health and Wellbeing Initiatives including gym membership.

  • Relocation assistance (if eligible).

For further information contact Hallee Thomas – Human Resources on 0408 295 653

Applications close:  Sunday, 30 August 2026

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