Excavator Operator

Anglo American; Middlemount; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free camp and mess

FIFO flights

DIDO options

Residential options

BIBO from Mackay and Rockhampton area

Job summary

Anglo American Australia is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator for Capcoal Mine in Middlemount, Queensland. This permanent full-time role follows a 7/7 day/night roster and requires a proven safety record and commitment to safe working practices.

You will operate large mining equipment, be a team player, and contribute to meeting production targets while maintaining high safety standards. FIFO or DIDO options, plus housing and camp facilities, are available to support a smooth on-site

Qualifications

• Experience on large mining excavators and dozers - including excavator EX5600s & D10 and D11 dozers.
• Strong safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a record of working safely and commit to safe working practices.
• Be accountable for actions and output and able to learn new skills.
• Work as part of a team to achieve business objectives and be able to work shift work.

Skills

Experience on large mining excavators

Strong safety focus

Job description

In Australia, we operate five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, and have additional joint venture interests in manganese, as well as copper exploration projects under way in North West Queensland. Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.

Company Description

Anglo American Australia

In Australia, we operate five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, and have additional joint venture interests in manganese, as well as copper exploration projects under way in North West Queensland. Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.

Job Description

Excavator Operators – Capcoal Mine

We are currently seeking experienced Excavator Operators to assist our mining production teams at Capcoal Mine in Middlemount. We have permanent full-time roles available, working on a 7/7 Day Night Roster.

The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a record of working safely and a commitment to safe working practices. You will be accountable for your actions and output, also display a willingness to learn new skills and to work to the best of your ability. Along with a commitment to working together as part of a team to achieve business objectives and the ability to work shift work.

Qualifications

• Experience on large mining excavators and dozers - including excavator EX5600s & D10 and D11 dozers
• Strong safety focus

You will display excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with being a team player in safely achieving targets. In return for your commitment, we offer very competitive salary and training and career development opportunities.

Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent position at Capcoal Mine, Middlemount QLD
• 7 days on, 7 days off rotating day and night shift roster
• FIFO (Sal Sac Flights), DIDO, Residential options
• Free camp and mess
• BIBO from Mackay and Rockhampton area
• Middlemount Housing and Assistance (Sal Sac)
• Competitive Salary and room for career development
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their family

What weoffer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits packageand 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 programs, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too.

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 newopportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.Anglo American is a leading global mining company focused on the responsible production of copper, premium iron ore and crop nutrients – future-enabling products that are essential for decarbonising the global economy, improving living standards, and food security.Our extraordinary teams work safely andcollaborativelytounlock enduring value from precious natural resources for our shareholders, for the benefit of the communities and countries in which we operate, and forsociety as a whole.Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

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.

CLOSING DATE

31 August 2026

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

Recruitment Agencies

Anglo AmericanAustraliadoes not accept unsolicited applications fromrecruitmentagencies.

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