Mining Engineer

Anglo American; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential options

Subsidised accommodation

FIFO options

DIDO options

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus

Job summary

Anglo American Australia’s Grosvenor Mine in Moranbah is seeking an experienced Mining Engineer to join the Technical Services team on a permanent basis. You will coordinate mine planning inputs, support ventilation and gas management, and drive safety and efficiency across underground coal operations.

You will deliver best practice engineering services, monitor performance, manage projects and interact with operations to optimise productivity while maintaining compliance and Zero Harm standards.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified Mining Engineer (or equivalent).
• Detailed understanding of coal mining processes.
• Working knowledge of mining legislation and its application.
• High level of planning and problem-solving ability.
• Well-developed communication and collaboration skills.
• Previous experience within underground mining operations (preferably coal).
• Experience with mine planning tools such as XPAC, IntelliCAD, AutoCAD, Mine Planner, Deswik.

Responsibilities

• Deliver best practice mining engineering services and support to the mine, ensuring safety systems and legislation compliance.
• Plan and coordinate mine planning (weekly, short-range, Monthly, 5 yearly and business planning) and production review meetings.
• Monitor, analyse and report mine performance and manage projects.
• Contribute to ventilation, gas management, mine planning and technical projects.
• Support designated process coordinators and interact with Operations.
• Identify productivity and process improvements in safety, production, cost and efficiency.
• Lead the permit to mine process to ensure technical aspects support production continuity.
• Apply Safety & Health principles in all site interactions and take ownership for safety on site.

Skills

Mining engineer

Underground coal experience

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

XPAC

IntelliCAD

AutoCAD

Mine Planner

Deswik

Job description

Anglo American Australia Grosvenor Mine has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mining Engineer to join our Technical Services team on a permanent basis.

As Grosvenor progresses towards a planned return to longwall production, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to one of Australia's most significant underground coal mine restarts. Working alongside experienced technical and operational teams, you will play a key role in establishing and maintaining effective ventilation and gas management systems that support a safe, compliant and productive operation.

Working alongside experienced professionals, and working across the disciplines of ventilation, gas management, mine planning and projects, you will vital 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

This is your opportunity to join a team of passionate and supportive industry leading experts where you can drive your future career.

This role will see you coordinate mine planning activities and be accountable for delivery of Business Plan and Monthly Operating Plan mine planning inputs. A high level of strategic thinking, planning and problem-solving skills will be instrumental in your success in this role.

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, this key role will see you:

• Deliver best practice mining engineering services and support to the mine, supporting Zero Harm by ensuring compliance with all safety systems and legislation
• Plan and coordinate mine planning (weekly, short-range, Monthly, 5 yearly and business planning) and production review meetings
• Monitor, analyse and report mine on performance and manage projects.
• Contribute to the effective management of ventilation, gas management, mine planning, and technical projects
• Support designated process coordinators and interact effectively with the Operations team
• Identify mine site productivity and process improvement programs, and more generally to find and raise improvement ideas in areas such as safety, production, cost and efficiency
• Lead the permit to mine process to ensure all technical aspects are addressed to maintain continuity to production
• Consistently apply Safety & Health principles in all site interactions and take full ownership for safety on site

Qualifications

• Degree qualified Mining Engineer (or equivalent)
• A detailed understanding of the coal mining processes
• Working knowledge of relevant mining legislation and its application
• A high level of planning and problem-solving ability
• Well-developed communication and collaboration skills
• Previous experience within underground mining operations (preferably coal)
• Previous experience with mine planning tools, such as XPAC, IntelliCAD, AutoCAD, Mine Planner, Deswik.

Additional Information

• Full-time permanent position based at Grosvenor Mine, Moranbah
• Monday to Friday staff roster (9-day fortnight available)
• Competitive salary & annual bonus + 12% Superannuation
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised accommodation and company funded camp options provided
• Relocation Assistance provided

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. 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 and collaboratively to unlock enduring value from precious natural resources for our shareholders, for the benefit of the communities and countries in which we operate, and for society 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 and continue to invest in new technologies.

Closing Date

26 August 2026

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