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.

The Contractor Management

Coordinator plays a key role in strengthening safety and operational excellence at Carborough Downs. Working closely with site leaders and operational teams, this position leads the implementation and continuous improvement of contractor management, risk and assurance systems, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, the Site Health and Safety Management System (SHMS) and corporate standards. Reporting to the HST Superintendent, you will be a key member of the HST team and broader site team, partnering with Superintendents and Coordinators across the sites to strengthen our SHMS.

Responsibilities include

- Develop, implement, maintain and continuously improve Contractor Management processes within the SHMS.
- Maintain contractor governance, records, reporting and document control to ensure compliance with legislative, contractual and corporate requirements.
- Support contractor selection, mobilisation, onboarding and performance management.
- Monitor risk treatment actions and support implementation of critical controls and Principal Hazard Management Plans.
- Provide technical advice on contractor management, including audits, inspections, investigations and compliance.
- Implement and maintain the site Risk and Assurance Framework in line with corporate requirements.
- Coordinate SHMS document reviews and maintain site risk registers.
- Facilitate risk assessments, WRACs and change management processes.
- Analyse assurance data and prepare reports,



dashboards and performance metrics for leadership.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING - Demonstrated experience working with SHMS, contractor management, risk or assurance frameworks within a mining, resources or heavy industry environments.

- Tertiary qualification in WHS or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of risk management, compliance, governance and continuous improvement principles.
- Experience coordinating audits with the ability to monitor and drive corrective actions.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for improving systems, processes and safety outcomes.
- Robust relationship‑building skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the business.
- A practical problem‑solver who can analyse information, identify risks and implement effective solutions.
- Strong administrative and document control skills, with experience maintaining registers, records and compliance documentation. WHY ARGO & WHY CARBOROUGH DOWNS? 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 options are available for the right candidate. Accommodation is provided and flexible based on your home location. Attractive remuneration and other perks available with career progression opportunities.

Carborough

Downs has a strong site team culture, with a leadership team that genuinely supports one another and is committed to seeing everyone succeed. 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.

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.

📌 Contractor Management Coordinator (Brisbane)
🏢 Argo Coal Management
📍 Brisbane