Enabling Sustainable, Dependable Energy Supply
Our Business
Griffin Coal is located near Collie, a town which is located 45 minutes from the coastal city of Bunbury and approximately 2.5 hours from the capital city of Perth, Western Australia.
Griffin Coal mines coal from the Ewington Mine. Griffin Coal’s mining operations supply thermal coal to Bluewater’s Power, South 32, Iluka Resources and Tronox Holdings.
Having been originally incorporated in 1925 as the Western Australian Coal Mining Briquetting and By-Product Company Ltd, The Griffin Coal Mining Company Limited name was adopted in 1927.
Each year Griffin Coal mines approximately 2,900,000 tonnes of coal for domestic customers.
Customers include:
Our Approach
We are working towards a sustainable future through three clear focus areas:
Continue Safe Operations
- Goal: Maintain mining with a strong focus on safety and efficiency
- Impact: Secure energy market stability for Western Australia
Develop a Sustainable Future
- Goal: Align with government energy policy
- Support: Continue supplying coal to local industries
- Impact: Create certainty for workforce and community
Support Workforce & Community Through Transition
- Goal: Smooth workforce and community transition
- Support: Encourage new business around emerging industries
- Impact: Enable economic diversification and long-term opportunities
People
Griffin Coal is committed to providing an environment for employees that empowers them to grow to their full potential and pursue their work interests. We’re always on the lookout for people who like to challenge themselves and collaborate to create a safe and productive working environment.
R U Safe Mate?
Empowering wellness and peer-to-peer safety on-site:
Knowledge
Be familiar with the procedures and hazards associated with your daily tasks.
Accountability
We all hold each other accountable for maintaining a safe working environment.
Identity
Safety is not just a protocol, it’s a part of who we are. We have a commitment to ourselves and our mates.
News & Events
Welcome to the team!
(3 December 2024)
Griffin Coal has welcomed 5 new starters who have successfully secured an Apprenticeship with Griffin Coal for 2025 within Heavy Automotive, Electrical and Welding disciplines.
Emergency Response Training
(10 July 2024)
Congratulations to ERT Members on successfully completing their Fire Team Operations course! They are welcome additions to Griffin Coal’s growing Emergency Response Team.
Primary School Site Tour
(1 August 2024)
Our site team was very pleased to host primary school students touring our Ewington Mine Site operation, including rehabilitation sites and coal stockpiles.
Partnerships
Due to the historic nature of the business, Griffin Coal and the Collie community are intrinsically linked.
Griffin Coal proudly partners with:
Community Sponsorship
Objectives
As an active supporter of the community, Griffin Coal along with its most important partners, is committed to assisting organisations and aims to support local initiatives to:
- strengthen local services
- establish new opportunities
- secure sustainable long-term benefits
Priority Areas for Consideration
Griffin Coal is committed to the local communities in which it operates and endeavours to support community groups or not-for-profit organisations that satisfy at least one of the following areas:
I. Health and Safety
Projects targeted at improving the welfare and safety of the local community (e.g. lifestyle management training, early intervention programs, injury management or support programs).
II. Environment
Projects seeking to maintain a zero-harm outcome for the local community (e.g. conservation and rehabilitation programs).
III. Community and Culture
Projects or cultural activities that benefit a significant number of members in the local community (e.g. community awareness programs, arts and cultural events).
IV. Youth and Education
Projects that focus on youth, education, skills attainment, self-development and high achievement in the local community (e.g. educational and leadership programs, educational scholarships or awards).
V. Sport
Sporting initiatives that benefit a significant number of members in the local community (e.g. sporting clubs, events and international competitions).
Who can apply?
Griffin Coal welcomes applications from community groups and not for profit organisations who are seeking support for initiatives that are aligned with the objectives and priority areas of the program.
How to Apply?
Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis throughout the year. Please submit a request for an Application Form and Guidelines Policy to: communitysponsorship@griffincoal.com.au. Completed applications are to be received by Griffin Coal for consideration, a minimum of 12 weeks prior to the or event date or initiative funding requirement.
Sponsorship Partners:
Committed to responsible mining, community engagement and a Just Transition future.
Site Location
Ewington Mine, Coalfields Highway Collie
Postal Address
Locked Bag 218, Collie WA 6225
Phone
Head Office Location
45 Ventnor Avenue, West Perth
Postal Address
PO Box 568, Perth WA 6872
Phone
The Griffin Coal Mining Company Pty Limited (Receivers & Managers Appointed) (In Liquidation) is currently in Receivership and Liquidation. For information or updates please email GriffinCoal@alvarezandmarsal.com.