Outbye Superintendent

About the Company

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.

About the Role

As the Outbye Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing all Outbye operations, ensuring the safety, compliance, and productivity of the Outbye workforce. This role is key to maintaining the support infrastructure and logistics that allow the mining team to work effectively and meet production targets. The ideal candidate is a seasoned mining professional with a deep understanding of coal mining operations, safety regulations, and experience managing teams in an underground mining environment.

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

• Accountable for all Outbye operations, including though not limited to; mine services, roadways, secondary support, shotcreting and general infrastructure maintenance.
• Ensure all operations are conducted in strict adherence with Qld Coal Mining Safety & Health Act, Regulations, other legal and corporate requirements.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other departments, such as production, engineering, and safety teams, to achieve organisational goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuity in coal production.
• Lead, mentor, and support team members, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement that underpin the success of Moranbah North mine.
• Prepare reports on performance metrics, safety incidents, and other relevant data for senior management.
• Actively participate in the development of the Life of Mine planning, working closely with the commercial department to ensure costs are managed with the budget guidelines.

Qualifications

• 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.

What we offer

• Full-time permanent position based at Moranbah North Mine, Moranbah QLD
• Monday to Friday site role with 9-day fortnight available
• Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus + 12% Superannuation
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Several conveniently timed, daily bus transfers from the airport to camp and onto site
• Subsidised Anglo housing options and company funded camp with mess provided
• Domestic Relocation assistance to Middlemount township
• Gym membership perks
• Anglo American company benefits

Background check

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. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

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.

Employee referral

Do you know someone who would fit this role? Employee referrals will be accepted for this job. Refer to your local Referral Guidelines for policy conditions and amounts.

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 21 June 2026 Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

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