Senior Mining Engineer - Dragline

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.

Dawson is located at the southern end of the Bowen Basin in Central Queensland, being just over a 2hrs drive west from either Rockhampton or Gladstone, or 4.5hrs drive north of the Darling Downs or South Burnett.

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, the Senior Mining Engineer - Dragline will lead and mentor a small team of mining engineers to deliver best practice plans and technical advice for Dragline operations at Dawson Mine.

This role is focused on facilitating engagement between technical and production teams at all levels to gather input, communicate mine plans and schedules, and to ensure that the production processes are optimised in order to continuously increase the operational efficiency. In addition, you will utilise your experience to integrate the Dragline planning process into the wider short and medium term mine plans, and communicating these outcomes to critical stakeholders.

The role will be rewarding and varied and will involve the following:

• Delivering Dragline and support services designs according to the defined Anglo American standards and geotechnical design guidelines.
• Monitor compliance to plan through site systems and field inspections.
• Coordinate daily, weekly and monthly reporting and weekly planning routines for the Dragline process.
• Development of strip based Mine Activity Designs, including pit shell design, reserving, spoil balancing, sectional and 3D simulations, cable management and technical risks/opportunities evaluation.
• Engagement with operations at all levels to seek buy-in to plan development, communicate outcomes and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with site Technical peers to build an integrated 3 month schedule for the Steelmaking Coal open cut operation.
• Providing input and guidance to Anglo American Operating Model (AAOM) planning activities.
• Contribute to building a performance oriented culture that embraces inclusivity and values diversity, technical expertise, and provides a safe working practice for all.
• Continuously improve the processes and systems capability to optimise compliance for short term mine planning.
• Training and mentoring of engineers and the wider short term planning team

To be successful in this position you will ideally have experience in the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6+ years’ experience in a similar diversified high level operational asset.
• Experienced in dragline design and scheduling.
• Proficient in 3D Dig, Deswik CAD and DD modules, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated Mining Engineering experience in open cut coal operations, including exposure to truck & shovel and drill & blast processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Demonstrated experience in developing continuous improvement ideas.
• Knowledge of the QLD Coal Mining Legislation and Coal Mining practices.

• Full-time, permanent position – 5/2 Roster
• 9-Day Fortnight available
• Residential, DIDO, or company funded “FIFO” options available.
• Subsidised accommodation available if relocating.
• 5 weeks annual leave + annual leave purchase options
• 20 weeks paid parental leave
• Generous employee share program
• Biannual development planning with line leader
• Industry leading remuneration and attractive yearly bonus
• External education assistance, novated leasing, private health discounts, additional Anglo discounts
• Gym/Health incentive + On site Physio + On site EAP                                                    

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 

30 April 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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