Gas Drainage Engineer

Whitsunday Regional Council; Moranbah; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7/7 roster

Accommodation provided

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Argo Natural Resources is seeking a Gas Drainage Engineer to join the Technical Services team, supporting Carborough Downs and Ironbark No. 1 underground operations.

You will manage and optimise gas drainage systems, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and working closely with underground teams. The role offers ownership of gas drainage management, with focus on safety, performance, and continuous improvement within a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in underground coal operations, ideally in a gas drainage role.
• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• G189 (S123) & G2 competencies.
• RIIMC603A - Establish and Maintain the Gas Drainage Management Plan (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of underground coal mining gas drainage systems and relevant legislative requirements.
• Experience managing gas drainage activities and underground drilling programs.
• Ability to manage contractors to deliver safe, timely and cost-effective outcomes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on system performance and continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and operational teams.
• Proactive approach with the ability to take ownership and deliver results in a dynamic underground mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise gas drainage systems to control gas levels within statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with underground operations to deliver practical gas management solutions.
• Take ownership of gas drainage performance and drive continuous improvement across systems.

Skills

Gas drainage systems knowledge

Analytical & problem solving

Contractor management

Safety & compliance focus

Team collaboration

Ownership & proactivity

Education

Mining Engineering degree or equivalent

G189 (S123) & G2 competencies

RIIMC603A – Gas Drainage Management Plan (desirable)

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for a Gas Drainage Engineer to join our Technical Services team and play a critical role in supporting safe and productive underground mining operations across Carborough Downs (B&P) and Ironbark No. 1 (Longwall).

Reporting to the Gas & Infrastructure Superintendent, you'll use your technical expertise to manage and optimise gas drainage systems, ensuring gas levels are effectively controlled and maintained within statutory requirements. Working closely with underground operations, you'll help deliver practical gas management solutions that keep people safe and mining moving.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical aspect of underground mining, influence operational performance and drive continuous improvement across our gas drainage systems.

About the Employer

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 our Complex, supporting both Ironbark No 1 and Carborough Downs underground operations. Argo brings together people, performance and operational excellence to responsibly deliver the resources that help build our cities and support thriving communities.

About the Candidate

• Minimum 1 years' experience in underground coal operations, ideally in a gas drainage role.
• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• G189 (S123) & G2 competencies.
• RIIMC603A - Establish and Maintain the Gas Drainage Management Plan (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of underground coal mining gas drainage systems and relevant legislative requirements.
• Experience managing gas drainage activities and underground drilling programs.
• Ability to manage contractors to deliver safe, timely and cost-effective outcomes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on system performance and continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and operational teams.
• Proactive approach with the ability to take ownership and deliver results in a dynamic underground mining environment.

Work Environment

WHY ARGO?

• 7/7 roster
• Ideally this position suits someone based in the Moranbah, Mackay, Airlie Beach area or someone willing to relocate.
• Accommodation is provided and flexible based on your home location.
• Attractive remuneration and other benefits available with career progression opportunities.
• At the Complex, we are building more than just operations - we are building a long-term team of skilled, committed people who want to grow, contribute, and be part of our success for years to come.
• At Argo, your next career step isn't just a move-it's where your experience is valued, your impact is amplified, and you're set up to excel.

When you join Argo Natural Resources, you're joining a team with the opportunity to make a real impact, grow your career and contribute to the future of our industry. If you're ready to be part of something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.