Fatal Machinery Incident at Glencore’s Oaky Creek Coal Mine Results in One Death and Severe Injury

Incident Overview

On Wednesday, 3 October 2024, a machinery incident at Glencore’s Oaky Creek coal mine southeast of Tieri in central Queensland resulted in the death of one worker and critical injuries to another. A man in his 30s died instantly from head injuries, while a man in his 20s sustained life-threatening injuries to his head, arm, and leg.

Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) was notified and has launched a thorough investigation. An inspector issued directives to isolate the incident scene, and the injured worker was urgently airlifted to Rockhampton Hospital for emergency treatment.

• Fatalities:
  • On Wednesday, 3 October 2024, a machinery incident at Glencore’s Oaky Creek coal mine southeast of Tieri in central Queensland resulted in the death of one worker and critical injuries to another
  • Deceased:
• Injuries:
  • None reported.

• On Wednesday, 3 October 2024, a machinery incident at Glencore’s Oaky Creek coal mine southeast of Tieri in central Queensland resulted in the death of one worker and critical injuries to another
• Deceased:

In Summary

Resources Safety and Health Queensland is appealing for any workers, contractors, or witnesses who were present at the Oaky Creek coal mine on Wednesday, 3 October 2024 and have information relevant to the investigation to come forward. Reports can be made to RSHQ on 1300 362 128 or to Queensland Police.