InAustralia, we operatefive steelmaking coal mines in Queensland's Bowen Basin, andhave additional joint venture interestsinmanganese,as well as copper exploration projectsunderway inNorth WestQueensland.Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.
Job Description
The Dragline Mining Engineer will provide dedicated technical support to dragline operations, playing a key role in short-term planning, design and execution. Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, this position focuses on enabling safe, efficient and reliable dragline performance while supporting broader site production objectives.
You will contribute to front-end daily planning and short-term schedules (up to approximately six months), ensuring dragline activities are well integrated with supporting operations at Capcoal Surface Operations. This role offers the opportunity to be closely involved in mine plan development and execution during a period of transition and future growth.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing and maintaining short-term dragline schedules and designs
Supporting daily production planning and dragline sequencing
Providing technical advice to dragline operations to support safe and efficient execution
Assisting with spoil placement strategies, strip sequencing and design optimisation
Working closely with operations and planning teams to ensure alignment between plans and execution
Contributing to mine plans that support future growth and production targets
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within dragline operations
Maintaining compliance with safety, environmental and operational standards
This role is well suited to an engineer looking to build or further develop dragline experience in a supportive technical services environment.




Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
A minimum of a couple of years' experience in a mining engineering role
Dragline experience or strong exposure to large-scale open-cut operations (preferred)
Experience in short-term mine planning, scheduling or design
Familiarity with dragline planning and/or mining design software
Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with operational teams
A practical, execution-focused approach to engineering
A strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement
Additional Information
8 days on, 6 days off roster
Full-time permanent position based at Capcoal Surface Operations, Middlemount QLD
FIFO, DIDO, or residential lifestyle options
Free camp and mess
Relocation Assistance Provided
Attractive Salary & Annual Bonus + 12% Superannuation
Discounted gym membership
Free access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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 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 significant 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 recent technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.
Closing Date
26 September ****
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📌 Mining Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Anglo American / De Beers Group
📍 Queensland