Underground Coal Development Operator — 7/7 Rotating Shifts

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

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.