Job Description

Because safe gas drainage is the real productivity power move

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.

Aquila Mine has an exciting opportunity for a Seam Gas Coordinator to join the team, based in Middlemount. You will play a key role in managing and implementing the short- and medium-term surface gas drainage strategy for the mine.

Reporting to the Tech Services (Vent & Gas) Superintendent, you will be responsible for planning and maintaining the seam gas drainage processes, while coordinating ancillary surface operation activities that is consistent with delivering the operational requirements of the mine. In addition, you will ensure all activities undertaken are in line with statutory requirements and Anglo American standards.

The Seam Gas Coordinator role will see you responsible for:

• Coordinate surface seam gas drainage activities and resources
• Provide the production areas with a safe and productive environment to ensure operational targets are met
• Provide planning services and technical advice on how to optimise the value of the mine’s resources
• Work with the Seam Gas Department to optimise SIS gas drainage designs to meet underground production requirements
• Continually reviewing borehole (SIS, UIS) performance to ensure drainage is in line with predicted performance
• Encourage the consistent application of surface gas drainage standards across the site with a focus on internal knowledge transfer
• Develop and communicate the twenty-four-hour plan by collaborating with the seam gas team
• Communicate with multiple stakeholders and develop recommended solutions for specific issues
• Document and assist in the development of the weekly plan for Seam Gas Drainage and associated activities

Qualifications

• S1, S2, S3 and G2 qualifications
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership in the field of Seam Gas Operations
• Experience delivering best practice with regards to seam gas activities at an underground coal mine, with a particular focus on safety and risk management.
• Ability to understand functionality of business systems and provide relevant data for business purposes
• Knowledge of relevant mining legislation and its application.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence and achieve buy-in from key stakeholders.
• An intermediate level of strategic thinking, planning and problem solving ability

Additional Information

• Full-time permanent position based at Aquila Mine, Middlemount
• 5 on, 2 off roster on offer
• Competitive salary package and annual incentive programs
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised accommodation and company funded camp options provided
• Discounted gym membership
• Anglo American company benefits

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
2 June 2026

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

Recruitment Agencies

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