Longwall Superintendent: Grosvenor Mine

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential options

FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options

Subsidised accommodation

Annual bonus

9-day fortnight option

Job summary

Anglo American in Moranbah, QLD, is seeking an experienced Longwall Superintendent to lead the underground longwall operation. The role centers on safety leadership, balancing production with available resources, and coordinating across maintenance, engineering and technical services to deliver reliable performance.

You will guide planning, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with legislative requirements and site standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive operational leadership experience within underground coal mining.
• Strong longwall production knowledge and ability to manage second workings.
• Proven track record in leading large operational teams.
• Solid knowledge of Queensland coal mining legislation and underground safety systems.
• Experience with TARPs, risk management and changing mining conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible safety leadership across all longwall activities.
• Lead longwall production teams to meet safety, production and operational targets.
• Coordinate daily and weekly priorities across production, maintenance and technical functions.
• Monitor longwall performance and respond to changing conditions and risks.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, site standards and Safety & Health Management System.
• Lead application and review of operational controls and risk assessments.
• Support longwall planning, panel readiness and safe production activities.
• Review production performance, equipment availability and shift reporting.
• Collaborate with Underground Mine Manager and cross-functional teams.
• Develop leadership capability through coaching and feedback.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, productivity, reliability and work practices.

Skills

Longwall production

Underground leadership

Large teams leadership

Queensland coal legislation

Safety systems

Education

Underground coal mining qualifications

Job description

Grosvenor Mine - an underground steelmaking coal mine produced its first longwall coal in May 2016 and is located in Moranbah, about 190 km south-west of Mackay.

We are building the team to deliver the next chapter of Grosvenor Mine. With a planned return to longwall production by Q4 2027, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to a major mine restart and help shape the future of underground mining.

Working alongside experienced professionals, you will play a role in implementing leading-edge technology, automation, monitoring systems and operational improvements that will define how the mine operates for years to come.

Job Description

Grosvenor Mine has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Longwall Superintendent to join the team on a permanent basis, based in Moranbah, QLD.

This senior operational role is responsible for safely leading the longwall function and delivering consistent production performance. You will coordinate people, equipment and operational priorities while working closely with maintenance, engineering and technical services teams.

This is an opportunity for an experienced underground coal mining leader to influence the safety, reliability and performance of a major longwall operation.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role will see you accountable for:

• Providing visible safety leadership across all longwall activities.
• Lead longwall production teams to achieve safety, production and operational objectives.
• Coordinate daily and weekly priorities across production, maintenance and technical functions.
• Monitor longwall performance and respond effectively to changing conditions, risks and production constraints.
• Ensure operations comply with legislative requirements, site standards and the Safety and Health Management System.
• Lead the application and review of operational controls, risk assessments and TARPs.
• Support longwall planning, panel readiness and safe production activities.
• Review production performance, equipment availability and shift reporting.
• Work closely with the Underground Mine Manager, operations leaders, engineering and technical services teams.
• Build leadership capability through coaching, clear expectations and constructive feedback.
• Drive continuous improvement across safety, productivity, reliability and work practices.

Qualifications

You are an experienced underground coal mining leader with strong longwall production knowledge and a practical, visible leadership style.

You will also bring:

• Extensive operational leadership experience within underground coal mining
• Strong experience in longwall production and second workings
• Demonstrated experience leading large operational teams
• Strong knowledge of Queensland coal mining legislation and underground safety systems
• First class miners or deputy ticket will be highly regarded but not essential
• Experience managing operational risk, TARPs and changing mining conditions
• Sound planning, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work effectively across production, maintenance, engineering and technical teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capability
• A genuine commitment to safety, accountability and workforce engagement
• Relevant underground coal mining qualifications and competencies

Relevant statutory competencies and qualifications required for the position will be considered as part of the selection process.

Additional Information

• Full-time permanent position based at Grosvenor Mine, Moranbah QLD
• Monday to Friday staff role with 9-day fortnight available
• Competitive Salary + 12% Super + Annual Bonus
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised accommodation, housing, and company funded camp options provided
• Several conveniently timed, daily bus transfers from the airport to camp and onto site
• Relocation Assistance available if relocating to Moranbah

What we Offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package and 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 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

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.

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CLOSING DATE

05 November 2026

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

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