Coal Processing Engineer - Process Improvement Optimization

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Middlemount; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Free camp and mess

6 weeks annual leave

12% Superannuation

Gym membership discount

FIFO/DIDO or residential lifestyle

Relocation and housing support

Job summary

Anglo American's Capcoal CHPP in Middlemount, QLD, is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to drive metallurgical performance across the coal processing plant. You will contribute technical input to improve process capability, reduce variability, and optimise coal recovery and throughput.

You will identify and deliver projects with safety, volume and cost in mind, conduct root cause analysis, partner with suppliers, and own production data capture.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering.
• Previous experience in an operating processing plant within the coal or metalliferous industry.
• Demonstrated ability to work to support and collaborate effectively, and integrate as a valued member of production and maintenance teams.
• Highly organised with strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach to problems solving.
• Ability to build strong relationships with all levels of stakeholders to deliver CHPP goals.

Responsibilities

• Identify and deliver process improvements within CHPP.
• Analyse and improve processing systems to minimise lost opportunity in coal recovery and production volume.
• Critically review operating data to identify trends and optimisation opportunities.
• Identify and deliver projects to optimise CHPP operation for safety, volume and cost.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis to reduce repeat incidents.
• Collaborate with suppliers to innovate across coal seams.
• Own production data capture and identify opportunities to improve operational systems.

Skills

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Organised

Stakeholder management

Education

Metallurgy degree

Chemical Engineering degree

Process Engineering degree

Job description

Anglo American's Capcoal CHPP in Middlemount, QLD, is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to drive metallurgical performance across the coal processing plant. You will contribute technical input to improve process capability, reduce variability, and optimise coal recovery and throughput.

You will identify and deliver projects with safety, volume and cost in mind, conduct root cause analysis, partner with suppliers, and own production data capture.