Glencore confirmed a death involving mobile equipment at the United Wambo Joint Venture coal operation in the NSW Hunter Valley. “Our sincere condolences go out to the worker’s family, friends and colleagues,” Glencore Coal Australia chief executive Peter Sharpe said in a statement. “Our immediate focus is on providing support to the worker’s family and our employees.” “Our thoughts are with the worker’s family, friends and workmates during this incredibly difficult time,” the union said. “The loss will be felt across the NSW mining industry,” Houssos said.