ABOUT RICHGLEN
SAFETY,
PERFORMANCE AND COST EFFICIENCY
RICHGLEN IS A CENTRAL QUEENSLAND-BASED BUSINESS SERVING THE RESOURCE INDUSTRY
Richglen excels in providing comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and structural repair solutions for a diverse range of heavy machinery, including draglines, shovels, CHPPs, and conveyors, alongside essential general maintenance and shutdown activities.
Our approach integrates high-level consultative support, deploying specialised planning and supervisory personnel to ensure that each project is managed with precision and expertise.
Under the leadership of managing director Matt Borg, who brings more than 25 years of experience in the resource sector, Richglen is dedicated to achieving exceptional project delivery outcomes. Matt’s extensive background, combined with his commitment to attracting and retaining top-tier talent, has fostered a culture of excellence within the company.
CUSTOMER SERVICE / HONESTY / INTEGRITY / TEAMWORK / WORK ETHIC / INNOVATION
Acknowledging the cost pressures inherent in the resource industries, Richglen has structured its operations to align with client needs, ensuring value-driven results.
Our steadfast focus on continuous improvement in safety performance highlights our commitment to maintaining an exemplary safety culture. From the beginning, we have prioritised the well-being of our team and clients, positioning ourselves to uphold safe outcomes across all projects.
Where we operate
YOU’LL FIND RICHGLEN AT CENTRAL QUEENSLAND’S BOWEN BASIN COALFIELDS, MACKAY REGION COAL PORTS AND NORTH QUEENSLAND SUGAR MILLS.
Daunia
Clermont
German Creek
Gregory
Ensham
Curragh
Blackwater
Rolleston
Hay Point
Collinsville
Newlands
North Goonyella
Hail Creek
Burton
Caval Ridge
Peak Downs
Saraji
Olive Downs
Meet the team
Matt Borg
Managing Director
Under Matt Borg's leadership, Richglen has emerged as a major force in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, earning a reputation for delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective services to the resource industry.
Matt has been instrumental in driving significant improvements in safe maintenance and shutdown activities. He is dedicated to upholding and strengthening Richglen's strong safety culture across an ever-growing range of services.
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DAMIEN FRiEDERICHS
MECHANICAL SUPERINTENDENT
Damien Friederichs is a recognised technical expert in mining draglines and shovels, making him one of the most sought-after superintendents in the Bowen Basin and beyond.
His passion for delivering safe, high-quality, and efficient mining maintenance outcomes sets him apart as a leader in the Central Queensland resources industry.
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GUY ROBERTS
STRUCTURAL SUPERINTENDENT
With extensive experience in structural maintenance, construction, and planning, Guy Roberts brings exceptional expertise to the team.
Equipped with an International Welding Specialist qualification and a strong background in welding supervision, he leverages his Lean Six Sigma knowledge to drive continuous improvement and support the business's growth.
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MICHAEL ROSSI
Pre-Contracts and PLANNING MANAGER
Armed with a mechanical engineering degree and more than 20 years of experience in project and operations management, Michael Rossi brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Pre-Contracts and Planning Manager.
Michael is instrumental in unlocking new business opportunities and ensuring Richglen proposals are competitive and effective.
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The story so far
JANuary 2014
A man, a ute, a vision
Founder and managing director Matt Borg packs his toolbox into his Hilux and heads over the hill to the Bowen Basin coalfields.
DECEMBER 2014
FIRST FIELD CONTRACT
Key employees are engaged and Richglen is awarded a maintenance contract at Curragh Mine, Blackwater.
July 2015
boom times begin
Richglen undertakes its first dragline boom lowering on Rolleston Dragline 01.
August 2016
Key eMPLOYEES TAKE A STAKE
Richglen employees Michael Rossi, Damien Friederichs and Guy Roberts officially join the company with the purchase of shares in Richglen Maintenance Services Pty Ltd.
SEPTEMBER 2017
The move to Paget
After operating from a hardstand area on Matt Borg’s farm and a small office space on Mangrove Rd, Richglen shifts to a dedicated workshop and office space at Elvin St, Paget.
MARCH 2020
ThE THousand milestone
Richglen reaches job number 1000 as COVID-19 lockdowns begin.
February 2021
Sparking new capabilitIes
Richglen expands its service offerings by securing an electrical contractor licence and launching its electrical division.
August 2022
Office expansion
Now with 150 employees, excluding subcontractors, Richglen expands into a second and third office space on Boundary Rd, Paget.
January 2023
Two thousand milestone
Richglen reaches job number 2000.
May 2023
New build begins
Fergus Builders Mackay is engaged to commence construction of a custom workshop and office at 30–34 Dozer Drive, Paget.
August 2024
Custom Building opens
Richglen officially relocates to its new facility at Paget.