Maintenance Superintendent: HME

Lead a team of Maintenance Supervisors in this rare opportunity at our Dawson Mine operation!

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.

Dawson Mine is a large and dynamic open cut steelmaking coal mine operation made up of two operating pits - Central and South. It commenced operations in 1961 and is one of the oldest coal mining operations in Central Queensland with no signs of slowing down. Dawson Mine is rich in history, it was the first mine in Australia to export coal to Japan in 1961 and was the first mine to introduce draglines into its operation in 1963 – join the legacy today!

Dawson Mine is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for a Maintenance Superintendent: HME to join the Maintenance Leadership Team at Dawson Mine on a full-time, permanent basis with Anglo American.

Reporting to the Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you will provide leadership, strategic direction, supervision, oversight and a safe working environment to the Maintenance HME Workshop. You will ensure planned maintenance and servicing of site HME equipment is carried out efficiently and safely, while adhering to maintenance strategies with your dedicated maintenance crews. In addition, you will also manage equipment breakdown events and liaise with the Production leadership team to ensure safe continuous operations at Dawson Mine.

The key accountabilities are, not limited to:

• Manage the performance and availability of Dawson’s fleet of heavy mobile equipment to achieve both operational and financial site objectives.
• Be responsible for the maintenance work stream while ensuring the team takes responsibility for their tasks and work management requirements.
• Provide clarity and direction that supports the effective performance of the Maintenance Department in terms of timing, budget and delivery.
• Take the lead on improving reliability and equipment standards via your dedicated Reliability Engineers and collaborating with the Planning Superintendent.
• Attend daily site meetings to provide operational availability and performance of all heavy mobile equipment, upcoming planned events and collaborate closely with the production department.
• Manage, coach and mentor supervisors, and maintenance crew personnel.
• Oversee your department’s headcount in collaboration with HR whilst working within budget, make hiring decisions and partake in recruitment for the fulfill of vacancies within your department.
• Provide strategic direction by communicating asset strategies, BARA inputs, and the Plan on a Page across the HME function.
• Monitor and report on maintenance KPIs, cost forecasts, downtime data integrity, and alignment of planning outputs with site priorities.
• Lead team capability development, OEM engagement, risk and compliance processes, and cost control activities including budgeting, forecasting, and governance of unplanned spend.
• Other requirements as assigned by the Engineering & Maintenance Manager.

Ideally, the successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated experience and capability in a progressive maintenance leadership role within the Resources industry (preferably open-cut coal).
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline (i.e. Master of Engineering Management) or relevant trade qualifications and industry experience.
• Supervisor & Risk Facilitator competencies (S1, 2, 3 & G2, G3).
• Demonstrated team management and leadership ability and experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, OEM knowledge (CAT & Komatsu) and heavy machinery used in mining operations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identify and address mechanical challenges.
• Strong understanding and capability in safety culture and leadership concepts, practical application of risk assessment; hazard identification and controls; and incident management and investigation.
• Good understanding of business and finance goals in conjunction with overall project requirements.

• Permanent, full-time position at Dawson Mine, Moura QLD
• Monday to Friday site role with 9-day fortnight available
• Competitive Salary + 12% Superannuation
• Annual bonus incentive program
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised accommodation (Anglo Housing) and company funded camp options provided
• Relocation Assistance available (company funded)
• Anglo American company benefits
• Company provided vehicle

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. 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

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.

CLOSING DATE 

15 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.

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