Development Operators (Underground Coal Mining)

Argo Coal Management; Ironbark; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp meals provided

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Argo Natural Resources is seeking an experienced Development Underground Coal Mine Operator for our Ironbark No. 1 operation in Queensland. You will join development crews, safely contributing to production targets while supporting efficiency across related operations.

Prepare, plan, and execute daily tasks aligned with weekly schedules. Applicants must have underground coal mine experience, operate development equipment, and hold Standard 11 competencies and a Coal Board Medical.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground coal mining is essential.
• Familiar with development mining equipment and underground services.
• Current health and safety competencies and medical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground development mining equipment to progress operations.
• Install and maintain underground services (ventilation, water, cables).
• Carry out ground support tasks including roof bolting and mesh installation.
• Accurately complete shift reports and operational documentation.

Skills

Underground mining

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Operational reporting

Education

Standard 11 competencies

Queensland Coal Board Medical

Tools

Continuous Miner

Shuttle Cars

LHDs

Bolters

Job description

Join Argo Natural Resources, a business built around people. Argo Natural Resources is a people‑led mining business producing high-quality steelmaking coal from assets located in Queensland's Bowen Basin. With operations including Carborough Downs, Ironbark No. 1, Broadlea and New Burton Mine, Argo is proud to play a vital role in Queensland's resources industry. This role is based at Ironbark. Argo brings together people, performance and operational excellence to responsibly deliver the resources that help build our cities and support thriving communities.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We currently have multiple exciting opportunities available at our Ironbark No. 1 operation for experienced Development Underground Coal Mine Operators to join and support our development crews. You will report directly to the ERZ Controller and be responsible for safely contributing to production targets while supporting efficiency across all related operations. Your role will involve the preparation, planning, and timely execution of daily tasks in alignment with the approved weekly work schedules.

ABOUT YOU

As an experienced Development Operator, you'll play a key role in operating equipment and supporting infrastructure installations to ensure the safe and efficient progress of our underground development operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Experience working in an underground coal mine (essential - applicants without this experience will not be considered).
• Operate and assist with development mining equipment, including: Continuous Miner (Joy Miners, 12cm12 and 12cm30's).
• Shuttle Cars, LHDs, Bolters.
• Install and maintain underground services (ventilation, water, air, cables).
• Carry out ground support tasks including roof bolting and mesh installation.
• Current Standard 11 competencies for both surface and underground operations.
• A current Queensland Coal Board Medical.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety, including hazard identification, risk management and adherence to site procedures.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team while maintaining a strong focus on production targets and operational priorities.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to accurately complete shift reports and operational documentation.
• A proactive, dependable approach to work, with a willingness to contribute to a positive, team-oriented and safety-focused workplace.

WHY ARGO?

• 7/7 Rotating Days & Night Shifts
• Camp/ Meals Provided
• Attractive remuneration and other benefits available with career progression opportunities

NOTE: we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

Argo operates in the Queensland steelmaking coal mining industry with a portfolio of high-quality deposits, access to world class transport infrastructure and close proximity to major consumers. We pride ourselves on being a people business and believe that our future success will be underpinned by a diverse and highly skilled workforce.