Moranbah & Isaac Region
Workplace investigations in Moranbah
BION Partners travels from Mackay to Moranbah to conduct independent workplace investigations for employers, with one-on-one interviews held on-site or by video call. We investigate bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, misconduct and grievances, and interviews can be scheduled around rosters and swings. We work for employers only.
Why use an external investigator in Moranbah?
Moranbah is one of the Bowen Basin’s mining towns, in the Isaac Region. In mining towns, people often work and live together, so independence and confidentiality are harder to maintain internally. An external investigator with no connection to the people involved protects the fairness of the process and the credibility of the findings.
- Independent. No reporting line to anyone involved. We check for conflicts of interest before accepting a matter.
- On-site. Interviews are one-on-one and conducted in person or by video call.
- Consent-based. Every participant gives written consent before their interview.
- Prompt. It depends on the size and complexity of the matter. Many investigations are completed within about a week; larger or more complex matters take longer, and we’ll give you a timeframe at the start.
Planning an investigation around Moranbah rosters and sites
| Challenge | How we handle it |
|---|---|
| Rosters and swings | Complainants, respondents and witnesses may be on different rosters or off-site for days at a time. Interviews can be scheduled around rosters and swings, so the investigation does not stall. |
| Camps and travel | Conduct may happen at work, in accommodation villages or while travelling. Whether conduct is connected to work is scoped carefully in the terms of reference. |
| Several businesses on one site | Principal contractors, contractors and labour hire may all be involved. It matters who commissions the investigation and what it covers. |
| Union involvement | Parties may be represented by a union. We are experienced in liaising with unions involved in representing parties to a complaint. |
What we investigate in Moranbah
- Workplace investigationsGrievances, misconduct and complaints
- Misconduct investigationsFraud, theft, violence, misuse of authority
- Bullying & harassmentIndependent findings on complaints
- Sexual harassmentFemale investigators available
BION Partners does not provide services relating to workers compensation, does not conduct surveillance activities, and does not interview children.
Which safety regulator applies?
Queensland mines are regulated by Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ), not WorkSafe Queensland. WorkSafe says its Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice 2022 does not apply to some mining and resources workplaces, which are regulated by RSHQ. Other obligations apply regardless of the safety regime, including the positive duty under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) and the Fair Work Act’s protections for workers against bullying and sexual harassment, where those laws cover the employer. Check which regime covers your site. More detail: workplace investigations in the Bowen Basin.
Nearby towns we also cover
From our Mackay base we also travel to Dysart, Middlemount, Clermont, Nebo and surrounds. See workplace investigator Mackay and Bowen Basin investigations.
How to start
Call 0418 742 230, email admin@bionpartners.com or use the enquiry form. Please keep your first message brief and leave out names and sensitive details. The initial consultation is free.
General information only. This page explains the law in general terms and is not legal advice. For advice about your situation, speak with a lawyer.
Frequently asked questions
Do you travel to Moranbah for interviews?
Yes. BION Partners is based in Mackay and travels on-site to Bowen Basin towns, including Moranbah, Dysart, Middlemount, Clermont, Nebo and surrounds. Interviews are one-on-one and can also be held by video call.
Can interviews be scheduled around rosters?
Yes. Planning interviews around rosters is part of scoping an investigation in the Bowen Basin, so people on different swings can all be heard.
Can individuals in Moranbah engage BION Partners?
No. BION Partners provides services to employers only. Individuals seeking advice on workplace issues should contact the Fair Work Commission on 1300 799 675.
Sources
- Isaac Regional Council: Your Council (Isaac towns)
- Queensland Places (University of Queensland): Bowen Basin
- WorkSafe Queensland: Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice 2022
- Resources Safety and Health Queensland: What we do
- Business Queensland / RSHQ: Sexual harassment information for the resources industry
- Australian Human Rights Commission: The positive duty under the Sex Discrimination Act
Checked 22 October 2026. Laws and guidance change; check the source before relying on it.