CHPP Electrical Engineering Manager

Anglo American Steelmaking Coal

Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.

Moranbah North is a dynamic world-class operation that has an opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineering Manager (EEM) to join our Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) team.

As the EEM you will hold the statutory position for the CHPP and will be responsible for maintaining electrical maintenance practices that comply with the statutory requirements of the Coal Mine Act and Regulations.

In this role you will:

• Be the focal point for all Electrical Engineering activities at the CHPP, including legislative governance and technical leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, statutory and company standards for electrical plant, equipment and personnel.
• Review RSHQ notifications, OEM updates, Product Improvement Notices, significant incident reports and investigations to identify learnings and implement required improvements.
• Maintain and enhance standards for electrical plant sign‑off, equipment design, specifications and electrical personnel qualifications.
• Manage OEM contracts and oversee capital project delivery.
• Monitor operational performance, identify risks and lead actions to achieve planned targets.
• Liaise with other departments to set maintenance priorities and ensure whole‑of‑mine requirements are integrated into CHPP maintenance schedules.
• Contribute to identifying, developing and implementing CHPP process improvements.
• Govern and lead the CHPP Process Control Systems (PCS).
• Formulate maintenance strategies collaboratively with engineering and maintenance teams.
• Develop, mentor and lead a high‑performing electrical team.
• Manage CHPP electrical budget planning, including annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Plan, schedule and execute electrical maintenance activities.
• Project manage electrical shutdowns and major electrical maintenance tasks.
• Oversee contractor management in alignment with site policies, procedures and safety standards.

• Extensive experience in fixed plant assets.
• Electrical Engineering Manager (EEM) Statutory Ticket.
• Electrical Trade Qualification and or Electrical Engineering Degree.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant mining legislation and its application.
• Proven track record in driving continuous improvement and best practices.
• High level of analytical, problem solving and coordination skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across all levels of the organisation.
• Experience with SAP would be highly regarded.

• Full-time permanent position based at Moranbah North Mine, Moranbah
• Electrical Trade Qualification and or Electrical Engineering Degree.
• Competitive salary package and annual incentive programs
• Residential, FIFO (company fuded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised accommodation and company funded camp options provided
• Anglo American company benefits

What we Offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.  As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

Background checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Anglo American, we embrace change and promote an inclusive and diverse environment where you can bring your whole self to work, every day. We are adopting new approaches to recruitment, talent development, mentoring, parental leave, and flexible working to further support diversity across our business.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Employee referral

Do you know someone who would fit this role? Employee referrals will be accepted for this job. Refer to your local Referral Guidelines for policy conditions and amounts.    

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to

upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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CLOSING DATE 

16 April 2026

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

Recruitment Agencies

Anglo American Steelmaking Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.