Underground Operator

About you -

You are a safety-focused underground mining professional with experience operating drilling equipment in a coal mining environment. You are motivated by achieving operational targets while maintaining the highest safety standards and contributing positively to team performance. You bring a proactive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement and safety.

About the role:

• Operate underground gas drainage drilling equipment safely and efficiently to achieve operational targets.
• Conduct drilling activities in accordance with mine plans and operational requirements.
• Complete underground coring and sampling activities as required.
• Install, maintain and recover gas drainage infrastructure, including pipes, hoses and associated equipment.
• Perform pre-start inspections, troubleshooting and basic servicing of drilling equipment and mobile machinery.
• Safely operate underground vehicles and ancillary equipment.
• Set up, relocate and commission underground drilling sites.
• Monitor drilling performance and identify issues that may impact safety, productivity or equipment reliability.
• Complete operational records, shift reports and statutory documentation accurately.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across underground work areas.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, deputies and production teams to achieve gas drainage targets.
• Identify, report and manage hazards, incidents and equipment defects.
• Comply with all site safety, health, environmental and operational procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to team performance.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience operating underground gas drainage drill rigs.
• Directional drilling experience.
• Proven underground drilling experience (not suitable for trainees or graduates).
• Previous underground coal mining experience.
• Current underground coal mine induction and relevant statutory competencies.
• Strong commitment to safety, hazard identification and risk management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Physical capability to perform work in an underground mining environment.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Machinery operating tickets and underground mobile equipment competencies.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience performing basic routine maintenance on drilling equipment.
• Experience working with gas drainage infrastructure installation and recovery.

The lifestyle:

Peabody Energy also offers the following:

• Potential relocation benefits for eligible vacancies
• Employee assistance program available for yourself and immediate family
• Novated vehicle leasing available
• Health and lifestyle benefits (WHEREFIT)
• Employee recognition program