Whitehaven Coal
Whitehaven Coal is offering a 12‑week paid Vacation Student program in Safety at its Maules Creek mine near Gunnedah, providing hands‑on experience in an operational open‑cut coal mine. The role supports the site Health and Safety team with inspections, audits, incident investigations, hazard identification and risk assessments, while receiving mentoring and accommodation on‑site.
Whitehaven Coal is an Australian coal mining company that exports high quality thermal and metallurgical coal to global markets. The company operates multiple mines across New South Wales and Queensland, including the Maules Creek, Narrabri, Blackwater, and Daunia mines. Whitehaven Coal is committed to supporting regional communities, sustainability, and maintaining high standards in health, safety, and environmental management.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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