Geologist

About the Company

Unearth your next career move!In Australia, we operate five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, and have additional joint venture interests in manganese, as well as copper exploration projects under way in North West Queensland. Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.

About the Role

Aquila has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Geologist to join the team on a permanent basis, based in Middlemount, QLD. The Geologist will effectively manage the geological database (i.e., structures, quality, borehole status), inputs into and updates of the site geological model and provide timely advice on exploration requirements and highlight any hazards that may impact safety or production to Strata Control team and Mine Management.Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent (Geotechnical), you will be accountable for:

• Regular underground longwall and development mapping, auditing, and reporting to management and operations on geological issues.
• Provide geological inputs into surface and underground drilling operations and reviewing / interpreting borehole data.
• Provide geological support to the operation to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Maintain the geological, geotechnical, borehole, coal quality, gas desorption and hydrogeological databases.
• Geological inputs into the permit to mine documentation including grade plans, fault plans, borehole intersection notices, contour plans and geological hazard plans.
• Assist with improving the quality of technical services deliverables to ensure that they are fit-for-purpose and able to bridge the gap between design and practicality in the workplace.
• Assist with planning exploration, gas compliance drilling, sampling and other geological related studies.
• Assist the Technical Services team to deliver targets safely, optimally, and in accordance with the annual mine plan.

About You / Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Geological Sciences or equivalent
• Spatial design skills and awareness
• Underground mining operations experience (desirable)
• Experience using AutoCAD and Minex (or similar software packages) desirable
• A detailed understanding of the coal mining processes
• A high level of planning and problem-solving ability
• Well-developed communication and collaboration skills
• A high level of strategic thinking, planning and problem-solving skills will be instrumental in your success in this role.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Geological Sciences or equivalent

Additional information

Full-time permanent position based at Aquila Mine, Middlemount QLD

• Attractive roster 7 on and 7 off
• Competitive Salary + 12% Super + Annual Bonus
• 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.

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. REF81291C

CLOSING DATE 7th October 2026 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.