Dragline Supervisor

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 two open cut and three underground Steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, every year producing millions of tonnes of the highest quality hard coking coal for this purpose.

We are currently seeking an experienced Production Supervisor with a passion and experiencec in dragline production, at our Capcoal Surface Operations based in Middlemount, Queensland.

Reporting through to the Mining Superintendent, you as the successful candidate will demonstrate a drive for safety as well as strong interpersonal and leadership skills. As an experienced supervisor, you will be responsible for managing and leading a large team of operators to ensure operational production standards are met.  

You will effectively plan, monitor and coordinate personnel, equipment and resources to achieve the companies set targets and schedules.



This role will be of interest to someone who enjoys coaching and mentoring an established crew, interesting investigative challenges and effectively working with other departments on site.

• To be successful in the role, you will have supervisor experience running a large team within an open cut mining operation
• Demonstrated experience with dragline operations and a working knowledge of relevant legislation.
• You will also hold relevant certifications including S1, S2, S3 and G2, OCE ticket desirable but not mandatory.

• 7 on 7 off straight days and nights roster
• FIFO (sal sac), DIDO, Residential options
• Middlemount Housing and Assistance (Sal Sac)
• BIBO from Mackay and Rockhampton area

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 

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

20 APR 2025

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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