Health, Safety & Training Superintendent (Coal Mining)

Argo Coal Management; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5/2/4/3 roster with every secondFriday

FIFO/DIDO or Residential options

Accommodation provided

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Argo Natural Resources is seeking a Health, Safety & Training Superintendent to lead HSE across coal mining operations in Queensland. Based at Carborough Downs, you will drive safety systems, risk management, training, and compliance, translating strategy into operational outcomes.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring 5+ years in HSE management in coal, with underground experience preferred, and a strong focus on culture, investigations, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ Health, Safety & Training management experience in coal mining.
• Strong knowledge of Queensland coal mining legislation and SHMS requirements.
• Internal Auditor qualification and risk-based incident investigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead health, safety and training across operations and ensure compliance.
• Oversee risk management, training, and contractor management.
• Drive safety culture and continuous improvement through audits and investigations.

Skills

Health & Safety management

Coal mining industry

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Incident investigations

Safety compliance

Legislation knowledge

Education

Tertiary OHS qualification

Internal Auditor qualification

Tools

Bow-Tie

HAZOP

WRAC

SharePoint

LMS

Pulse

Job description

Health, Safety & Training Superintendent (Coal Mining)

Full time

2d ago , from Argo Coal Management Pty Ltd

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 Carborough Downs. 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

Reporting to theGeneral Manager/SSE, you’ll take a lead role across health, safety and training, ensuring our systems are effective, our compliance obligations are met, and our people are equipped to work safely and effectively.

You’ll oversee and continuously improve key areas includingsafety and health systems, risk management, training and competency, occupational hygiene, contractor management, emergency preparedness and legal compliance.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who caninfluence at all levels, challenge the status quo and turn safety strategy into meaningful operational outcomes.

ABOUT YOU

• Minimum 5 years’ Health, Safety & Training management experience in coal mining; underground experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Queensland coal mining legislation and SHMS requirements.
• Tertiary OHS qualification with coal mining risk and compliance experience.
• Internal Auditor qualification and experience.
• Experience with formal risk assessment methodologies including Bow-Tie, HAZOP and WRAC.
• Proven ability to lead incident investigations and implement effective corrective actions.
• Experience with H&S systems including SharePoint, LMS, SISPAV and Pulse.
• Strong communication, influencing, coaching and relationship-building skills.
• High level of computer literacy and attention to detail.
• Visible, hands‑on leadership style with strong frontline engagement.
• Ability to build a positive safety culture where workers feel comfortable reporting hazards and concerns.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently apply safety standards across employees, contractors and management.
  

WHY ARGO?

• 5/2/4/3 – Have every second Friday off!
• FIFO/DIDO or Residential Options available
• Accommodation is provided and flexible based on your home location.
• Attractive remuneration and other benefits available with career progression opportunities.
• At Carborough Downs, we are building more than an operation — 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.

NOTE: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies