Underground Fitter

Fitzroy Mining Operations; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp meals

7/7 day/night roster

Competitive salary

Novated car leasing & FIFO flights

Job summary

Argo Natural Resources is seeking Underground Mechanical Fitters for its Ironbark No.1 mine site in Moranbah, Queensland. You will operate in Development, Outbye, or Longwall areas, performing planned maintenance and supporting production targets.

The role requires significant underground coal experience, trade tickets, and Standard 11 certification, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in underground coal operations.
• Trade qualifications and tickets relevant to underground mining.
• Standard 11 Surface and Underground certification.
• Proven commitment to safety in all aspects of work.
• Strong drive to achieve business goals and outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently support production and maintenance targets while taking on other operational tasks as needed.
• Prepare, plan, and execute daily work according to approved weekly schedules.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with relevant coal mining regulations and standards.
• Contribute to fostering a safe, positive, and collaborative workplace culture.

Skills

Underground coal experience

Teamwork

Safety focus

Strong communication

Education

Trade qualifications and tickets

Standard 11 Surface and Underground certification

Job description

Argo Natural Resources is a rising leader in Queensland's metallurgical coal mining industry. With a strong portfolio of current operations and a growing pipeline of development projects, we have already achieved significant success. From revitalising Carborough Downs underground mine to reinvigorating the Broadlea open cut, our next major milestone is the Ironbark No.1 project - Australia’s newest longwall mine, featuring both longwall and bord and pillar operations.

Our team is engaged, connected, and united by a shared pride in our accomplishments. We trust one another and believe in our collective potential. With a focus on innovation and decisive leadership, we provide a challenging and rewarding environment, with our success rooted in the belief that our people are the cornerstone of everything we do in coal mining.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Underground Mechanical Fitters to join our team at Argo's Ironbark No.1 mine site. You will work in either Development, Outbye, or Longwall areas.

Key Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently support production and maintenance targets while taking on other operational tasks as needed.

Prepare, plan, and execute daily work according to approved weekly schedules.

Ensure maintenance activities comply with relevant coal mining regulations and standards.

Contribute to fostering a safe, positive, and collaborative workplace culture.

What It Takes?

We are looking for a passionate individual with the following:

Significant experience in underground coal operations.

Relevant trade qualifications and tickets.

Standard 11 Surface and Underground certification.

Proven commitment to safety in all aspects of work.

A strong drive to achieve business goals and outcomes.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team.

What's in It for You

These roles are Moranbah based, providing great lifestyle options just 2 hours from Mackay and the Whitsunday coast.

Camp/Meals provided.

7/7 Day/Night roster for a healthy work-life balance.

Competitive salaries to attract and retain top talent.

Salary sacrifice available for novated car leasing and FIFO flights.