Mining Engineer Dawson Mine

As the Mining Engineer you will report to the Technical Services Superintendent and will be responsible for delivering best practice mining engineering services and support operations.  Our Mining Engineers are specialists in the development and implementation of short-term planning mining strategies and mine plans incorporating Truck and Excavator design.

You will leverage your experience of the coal mining process as well as your knowledge in mine design software to deliver achievable and efficient mine plans. With the support of the planning team you will actively engage with the production team to communicate mine plans and schedules to ensure that the production processes are optimised to continuously increase the operational efficiency.

Qualifications :

We are seeking a tertiary qualified Mining Engineer with at least 2 years post graduate experience gained in an open cut environment. 
 

To be successful in the role desirable experience and attributes include:

• Short term design planning and / or scheduling within an open cut operation.
• Truck & Excavator dig dump and infrastructure design experience.
• Open cut coal experience highly desirable
• Experience with daily weekly and monthly reporting routines and compliance to plan monitoring.
• Ability to understand functionality of business systems and extract relevant data for business purposes.
• Track record in driving continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to health safety and environmental standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exposure to DESWIK highly desirable. Proficiency in SPRY Vulcan Minescape MINEX or similar mine planning software will be highly regarded.
• Exposure to mRoc (Argus) Modular Mining Provision or similar high precision GPS guidance systems highly desirable.

Additional Information :

• Full-time permanent position based at Dawson Mine Moura QLD
• Attractive 8 on 6 off day-shift roster
• Competitive Salary Packaging 12% Superannuation
• Annual bonus incentive program
• Residential FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised accommodation and company funded camp options provided
• Company funded relocation assistance available
• Gym/Health incentives On-site Physio On-site EAP

What we Offer
When you join Anglo American you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this youll 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. Were a large successful multinational company and were 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
At Anglo American we embrace change and promote an inclusive and diverse environment where you can bring your whole self to work every day. We are adopting new approaches to recruitment talent development mentoring parental leave and flexible working to further support diversity across our business.

How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that were also continually investing in new technologies from drones to data analytics that are helping to make mining safer.

How to apply
To apply for this role please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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CLOSING DATE 
14 October 2026

Recruitment Agencies
Anglo American Steelmaking Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time