Maintenance Superintendent

Argo Coal Management; Queensland; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Roster options (Residential/DIDO/FIFO)

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Argo Natural Resources is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent to lead maintenance at Carborough Downs CHPP. You will drive maintenance planning, budgeting and compliance to maximise equipment reliability and plant performance.

You will manage the CHPP Maintenance team, oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance, major component changes and continuous improvement while ensuring safety and adherence to Queensland coal mining legislation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a trade qualification in a relevant discipline (Fitting or Boilermaking).
• Proven CHPP maintenance planning experience and reliability improvement.
• Strong budgeting, cost control and supplier management skills.
• Leadership and safety focus are essential.
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage priorities under pressure.
• High computer literacy and familiarity with maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Lead CHPP maintenance planning and execution across assets.
• Oversee preventative and breakdown maintenance, changes and overhauls.
• Drive cost control, budgeting and forecasting for the CHPP.
• Manage warranties, parts, and service agreements with suppliers.
• Ensure safety compliance and apply industry regulations.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Equipment reliability

Budgeting

Cost control

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety focus

Team performance

Organisational skills

Pulse Maintenance Module

Education

Trade qualification in Fitting or Boilermaking

Tools

Pulse Maintenance Module

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 Carborough Downs CHPP. 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

As the Maintenance Superintendent you will take the lead in driving safe, reliable and efficient maintenance across our Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP). You’ll lead and develop the CHPP Maintenance team, delivering strategic maintenance planning and execution while managing budgets, forecasting and cost control to maximise equipment reliability and operational performance. Overseeing preventative and breakdown maintenance, major component change-outs, overhauls, condition monitoring, planned repairs and warranty activities across the CHPP and associated mobile equipment, you’ll ensure maintenance is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. With a strong focus on leadership, planning and continuous improvement, you’ll drive compliance with the CHPP Safety Management System and Queensland coal mining legislation, ensuring a safe and productive workplace for all.

ABOUT YOU

• Trade qualification in a relevant discipline, such as Fitting or Boilermaking.
• Proven experience in CHPP maintenance planning, equipment reliability, breakdown management and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance budgeting, cost control, supplier management and service agreements.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills, with a focus on safety, accountability and team performance.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Advanced computer literacy, including high-level knowledge of the Pulse Maintenance Module.
• Sound understanding of Queensland coal mining legislation, risk management and statutory maintenance requirements.

WHY ARGO?

• 5/2/4/3 Roster Residential/DIDO/FIFO options available.
• Attractive remuneration and other benefits available with career progression opportunities.

At Carborough Downs CHPP, 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.

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.