Mining Engineer

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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.  In Australia, we operate five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, and have additional joint venture interests in steelmaking coal and manganese, as well as copper exploration projects underway in North West Queensland and Western Australia.

We are seeking an experienced Truck & Shovel Mining Engineer to join our Capcoal Surface Operation - one of Anglo American’s most dynamic open‑cut steelmaking coal sites. Capcoal utilises draglines, shovels, excavators and a full ancillary fleet to move ~5mtpa across three fast‑evolving coal seams.

In this role, you’ll report to the Technical Services Superintendent and take ownership of delivering best‑practice engineering support to our Truck & Shovel fleet, managing up to five truck fleets across a complex, high‑performing operation. Our Mining Engineers are key drivers of short–medium term (up to 18 months) mine planning and strategy - and with a recently approved mine expansion, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team.

You’ll draw on your expertise in haulage optimisation, dump design and mine scheduling software to produce efficient, realistic and executable mine plans. Backed by a supportive planning team, you’ll work closely with production to communicate schedules clearly and ensure day‑to‑day operations run safely, smoothly and at peak efficiency.

We are seeking a tertiary qualified Mining Engineer with at least 3 years post graduate experience gained in an open cut environment. 

To be successful in the role, desirable experience and attributes include:

• Truck & Shovel experience.
• Short to medium term design, planning and / or scheduling within an open cut operation.
• Experience in driving best practices through your department and into the business.
• Ability to understand functionality of business systems and extract relevant data for business purposes.
• Track record in driving continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exposure to DESWIK highly desirable, SPRY, Vulcan, MINEX, SAP and/or mining/blasting software will be highly regarded.

• 8 on 6 off day roster
• Full-time, permanent position
• FIFO & DIDO options available
• Camp accommodation
• Residential options, Middlemount Housing and Assistance (Sal Sac)
• Relocation Assistance Provided
• Attractive Salary & Annual Bonus + 12% Superannuation

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you will 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 are a large, successful multinational company – and we are 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 are also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

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 

4 March 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.