Mine Trades Technician: Mechanical

About the Company

Real people, real mining, real difference 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. 00 Job Description: As a Mine Trades Technician – Mechanical, you will support the safe and reliable operation of underground coal mining equipment through planned and breakdown maintenance activities. Working closely with experienced tradespeople, you will build strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills while contributing to installations, change‑outs and rebuilds of mechanical equipment. The role requires a strong safety focus, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to identifying equipment defects and improvement opportunities, all while accurately completing maintenance documentation and participating in site safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and breakdown maintenance on underground coal mining equipment, including conveyors, pumps, diesel equipment and fixed plant
• Work alongside experienced tradespeople to develop strog fault‑finding and diagnostic capability
• Assist with mechanical installations, change‑outs and rebuilds in an underground environment
• Interpret maintenance instructions, SAP work orders, drawings and OEM manuals
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with site safety, statutory and environmental requirements
• Proactively identify equipment defects and improvement opportunities
• Accurately complete maintenance documentation and defect reports
• Participate in toolbox talks, pre‑starts and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Certifications

• Certificate III in Engineering: Mechanical or equivalent
• Current Standard 11 (Surface & Underground)
• Proven mechanical maintenance experience within an underground coal mine
• Experience delivering best practice mechanical maintenance
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to working according to site standards
• Eagerness to learn, develop technical skills and progress within an underground coal environment

What's On Offer / Benefits

• Full-time, permanent position
• 7 on, 7 off roster
• DIDO, FIFO, Residential options available
• Subsidised accommodation available
• Attractive salary, annual bonus

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. REF78953 CLOSING DATE: 7 May 2026 Recruitment Agencies Anglo American Steelmaking Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.