Maintenance Supervisor: Electrical
Anglo American
Job Description
About the Company
Anglo American operates five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland’s Bowen Basin and has 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
Anglo American has an opportunity for a safety-focused CHPP Electrical Supervisor to join the team at Capcoal in Middlemount, Queensland. Reporting to the Electrical Superintendent, the role is accountable for managing the coordination of personnel, equipment and resources to complete electrical maintenance activities within the CHPP.
The CHPP Electrical Supervisor will ensure scheduled and unscheduled maintenance is completed in line with safety and statutory obligations through active engagement, effective leadership and compliance with the Operating Model. The Operating Model is the foundation for how tasks are planned and executed, supporting operating stability, predictability, safe and reliable performance, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will need to follow and adapt to this model, as well as the company’s business purpose and values.
As a leader, you will:
- Set clear goals and expectations, and hold yourself and team members accountable to standards.
- Equip your team to execute tasks by removing obstacles and being approachable.
- Develop the technical and leadership capabilities of your team, including apprentices.
- Foster a collaborative environment.
- Demonstrate commitment to Anglo American’s safety culture.
About You / Requirements
To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have:
- The ability to build team culture to improve performance output.
- A strong understanding of maintenance and statutory requirements.
- Coal processing experience, strong safety systems knowledge and computer proficiency.
- An electrical trade qualification or relevant tertiary education, with a minimum of five years’ post-trade experience, and a Queensland Electrical Licence.
- LV/CPR qualification.
- Current S1, 2, 3 and G2.
- Working knowledge of SAP.
- A demonstrated ability to approach work with a ‘can do attitude’ and work well within a team to achieve combined success.
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams, including improving performance output.
Previous leading hand or supervisory experience will be an advantage. Experience with PLC, specifically Allen Bradley and Citect, is highly desirable.
What's on Offer
- Full-time permanent position based at Capcoal Mine, Middlemount.
- Seven days on, seven days off; day shift only.
- Residential, FIFO (company funded), BIBO and DIDO options.
- Subsidised accommodation and company-funded camp options.
- Attractive salary plus 12% superannuation.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for employees.
- A competitive salary and benefits package and a range of flexible work arrangements that support the balance of work, family and individual circumstances.
- Opportunities for learning and growth, from technical training to leadership programs, and opportunities to move onwards and upwards.
Who We Are
Anglo American aims 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. The company is constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process its 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. Its teams work safely and collaboratively to unlock enduring value from precious natural resources for shareholders, for the benefit of the communities and countries in which it operates, 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. The company is committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where every colleague is valued and respected, and equality of opportunity is provided so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
Safety
Nothing is more important to Anglo American than ensuring employees return home safely after a day’s work. The company has rigorous safety standards and continually invests in new technologies — from drones to data analytics — that are helping to make mining safer.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, complete the 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: 8 November 2026. Screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date; applications may also close before this date.
Recruitment agencies: Anglo American Australia does not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies.
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