Commercial Manager

Anglo American Australia In Australia, we operate five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, and have additional joint venture interests in manganese, as well as copper exploration projects under way in North West Queensland. Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world. 

Reporting to the General Manager, this is a key site senior leadership role within our Capcoal operation. As Commercial Manager, you will be a critical partner to Operations, accountable for driving financial performance, strengthening governance, and shaping strategic decision-making across the site.

You will lead a high-performing finance function and play a visible role in influencing and impacting outcomes across safety, production and long-term value creation.

Further responsibilities include:-

• Provide strategic commercial leadership, influencing operational and financial outcomes across the site
• Partner with operations to optimise performance, cost discipline and value delivery aligned to production strategy
• Own the site’s financial performance, ensuring robust governance, accurate reporting and full compliance
• Lead planning, budgeting and forecasting cycles, delivering clear, forward-looking insights to support decision-making
• Drive data-led performance analysis, identifying risks, opportunities and actionable improvements
• Lead capital governance and prioritisation, ensuring disciplined investment decisions across the lifecycle
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement and commercial thinking across site leadership
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Joint Venture partners and key external stakeholders
• Lead, coach and uplift capability within a high-performing finance team

You will succeed in this role if you ’re a commercially astute finance leader who thrives in a complex, operational environment and enjoys partnering with stakeholders at all levels. Further experience and qualifications:-

• Degree in Business, Accounting or Economics (CA/CPA highly regarded)
• Proven financial leadership experience in capital-intensive environments including deep understanding of cost and value drivers, operational performance and site constraints
• Proven capability in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis and the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that influence senior operational leaders
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, governance and internal controls
• Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including operational leaders, JV Partners and external partners
• Experience leading teams and building capability in a high-performance culture
• Advanced capability in financial governance, internal controls and IFRS compliance, across Capex and Opex environments

• Permanent full-time role, based at Capcoal Mine, Middlemount
• Monday to Friday roster with flexible work options
• Lifestyle information: FIFO, DIDO or Residential
• Competitive salary + 12% superannuation and annual bonus
• Discounted gym membership
• Full relocation support provided to Middlemount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their family

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package and a range of flexible work arrangements that support the balance of work, family and individual circumstances. 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. 

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.  Anglo American is a leading global mining company focused on the responsible production of copper, premium iron ore and crop nutrients – future-enabling products that are essential for decarbonising the global economy, improving living standards, and food security. Our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively to unlock enduring value from precious natural resources for our shareholders, for the benefit of the communities and countries in which we operate, and for society as a whole. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

Background checks

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

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

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 

15 JUNE 2026

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

Recruitment Agencies

Anglo American Australia does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment agencies.

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