Mining Superintendent: Outbye

Company Description

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

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Outbye Superintendent to lead, direct and manage Outbye activities to allow the longwall and development production processes to proceed uninterrupted and ensure all activities are undertaken in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner in line with agreed operational standards and targets.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, your typical duties include, but not limited to the following:

• Accountable for the underground mine infrastructure (services, conveyors, secondary support, and excavations) you will demonstrate leadership in accordance with the Qld Coal Mining Safety & Health Act, Regulations, other legal and corporate requirements.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring interactions between work groups are controlled in a safe positive manner.
• Actively participate in the development of the LOM plan, working closely with the commercial department to ensure costs are managed with the budget guidelines.
• Provide strong leadership to drive a high-performance culture, role modelling and reinforcing Anglo American values that underpin the success of Aquila mine.
• Monitor plant, equipment, and process performance, identifying and fostering a continual improvement culture.
• Identify obstacles and implement strategies early to address them to achieve budget. Escalate identified issues that impact then safe and effective operations of the mine to Operations Manager in a timely manner.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have the following:

• Previous experience in a similar position within an underground mining operation
• A detailed understanding of the coal mining processes and knowledge of relevant mining legislation and its application
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence and achieve buy in from key stakeholders
• A high level of strategic thinking, planning and problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated commitment to safety with previous experience in identifying risks and implementing safe working practices

Additional Information

• Monday to Friday roster
• Full-time permanent position based at Aquila.
• Competitive salary package and annual incentive programs
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options available

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

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

24 May 2024

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

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