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Technical Services Superintendent

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Ironbark No 1 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 Carborough Board & Pillar and Broadlea Open Cut Mines, 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 THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a rare opportunity to take a leading technical role at Ironbark, with the influence to shape the future performance of the operation. As the Superintendent of the site-based Technical Services team you will be a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in connecting mine planning, technical excellence and operational execution to deliver safe, productive and optimised mining outcomes.

  • Provide oversight and leadership to the site based technical services team.

  • Communicate, liaise and constructively engage with key site personnel regarding operational, technical and safety related matters.

  • Short, medium and long term mine planning and design activities including Mine design, scheduling and Development of plans to maximise mine optimisation.

  • Responsible for (but not limited to):

    • Surveying

    • Ventilation & Gas Drainage

    • Mine Planning

    • Geology & Geotech

    • Business development support

  • Management of optimisation and process improvement in conjunction with operational requirements.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR FROM YOU

  • Extensive experience in a similar position within coal

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications

  • Experience managing and leading teams - internally as well as contractor management and performance

  • Have a strong understanding and ability to oversee system reviews, refinement and carry out implementations for improvement initiatives

  • Have experience in managing and maintaining budget and cost control processes

  • Be decisive, accountable and able to make things happens.

  • Bring a positive attitude, resilience and the ability to build strong relationships

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

  • 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.

  • FIFO is available for the right applicant

  • Accommodation is provided and flexible based on your home location.

  • Attractive remuneration and other benefits available with career progression opportunities.

  • Reporting to the General Manager (SSE), Ironbark is entering a critical phase of building and strengthening its site leadership team, creating a significant opportunity for a strong Technical Services professional to make a meaningful impact.

Interested? APPLY TODAY

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