Ventilation Officer

Carborough Downs underground Bord and Pillar mine is located in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, approximately 30km north-east of Moranbah and 160km from Mackay and forms part of the broader Argo Complex. This integrated mining complex includes the Ironbark Longwall Mine and Broadlea Open Cut, as well as a centralised Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP), where collaboration between our sites and teams is key to delivering safe and efficient outcomes.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
The Ventilation Officer role at Carborough Downs presents an exciting opportunity to play a vital part in the safe and efficient operation of a Bord and Pillar underground mine. Working closely with the Technical Services Superintendent, the role combines technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to ensure the underground ventilation system consistently performs to the highest safety standards.

• Own all Statutory and Legislative requirements of the Ventilation Officer role as per related legislation requirements.
• Ensure statutory compliance of the ventilation system.
• Implement and maintain the mines ventilation system.
• Provide technical instruction and feedback to the mine
• Prepare strategic and operationally considered ventilation models in line with mine schedules.
• Manage changes to the ventilation network.
• Prepare ventilation budgets.
• Contractor management.
• Management of the tube bundle gas monitoring system.
• Develop and implement sealing management plans.
• Support the effective review and implementation of relevant SHMS documentation.

WHY JOIN THE ARGO CARBOROUGH DOWNS TEAM?

• 5 / 2 / 4 / 3 roster, every second Friday off!
• Ideally this position suits someone based in the Moranbah, Mackay, Airlie Beach area or someone willing to relocate; however FIFO options are also available!
• Accommodation is provided and flexible based on your home location.
• Highly attractive remuneration with bonus system.
• Health Insurance and Income protection.
• Carborough has a great site team culture with a leadership team that genuinely supports each other and wants to see everyone succeed.

Apply today and take your career to the next step with Argo.
NOTE: we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.