Anglo American Steelmaking Coal
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.
We are seeking a Surveyor to join our team at Capcoal Lake Lindsay Mine. Reporting to the Survey Coordinator, you will be an energetic mining professional looking for an opportunity to develop your career in mine surveying. You will provide best practice survey services to support mining operations while ensuring your surveys comply with statutory requirements and with Anglo American surveying standards. Key duties and responsibilities include:
Provide survey set out, pickup, reconciliation and reporting services
Work closely with Technical Services and Production crews to align survey outputs with operational goals.
Survey volumes/calculations for waste excavation, coal mining and rehabilitation quantities for end of month reporting
Provision of design compliance plans on a weekly basis or as required
Provide as built surfaces using Maptek scanners, Trimble GPS & Total stations, and RPAS photogrammetry and LiDAR surveys, weekly or as required
Producing GIS structured maps using ESRI suites and Global mapper
Degree in Surveying or Spatial Science
Remote Pilot License (RePL) – Desirable
Mine Surveying experience within an Open Cut coal mining operation with demonstrated ability to work towards registration via the QLD surveyor's board
Technical proficiency in the use of data processing and design software used in mine surveying
Demonstrated experience contributing to a team of professionals to deliver against set targets
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by adopting innovative survey technologies and workflows.
Ability to understand functionality of business systems and provide relevant data for business purposes
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with being a team player in safely achieving targets.
Compliance & Standards
Ensure all survey activities comply with statutory requirements and Anglo American standards.
Support the maintenance of the Coal Mine Working Plan and other regulatory submissions.
Apply Anglo American’s rigorous safety standards in all survey activities, ensuring a zero-harm approach.
Conduct risk assessments before fieldwork and implement safe work practices when operating UAVs, GPS equipment, and scanning system
Contribute to innovation by integrating new technologies and improving workflows without compromising safety.
8 on / 6 off roster
Competitive salary package and annual incentive programs
FIFO, DIDO or residential lifestyle options
Company funded FIFO
Company funded camp options
Subsidised housing, with relocation assistance if required
Discounted gym membership
Free access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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 programs, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too.
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. 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. Our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively to unlock enduring value from precious natural resources for our shareholders, for the benefit of the communities and countries in which we operate, 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. 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.
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
17 July 2026
Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date - applications may also close before this date.
Recruitment Agencies
Anglo American Australia does not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies.
Anglo American is a leading global mining company and our products are the essential ingredients in almost every aspect of modern life. Our portfolio of world-class competitive operations, with a broad range of future development options, provides many of the future-enabling metals and minerals for a cleaner, greener, more sustainable world and that meet the fast growing every day demands of billions of consumers. With our people at the heart of our business, we use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and to mine, process, move and market our products to our customers – safely and sustainably.
As a responsible producer of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum group metals, premium quality iron ore and steelmaking coal, and nickel – with crop nutrients in development – we are committed to being carbon neutral across our operations by 2040. More broadly, our Sustainable Mining Plan commits us to a series of stretching goals to ensure we work towards a healthy environment, creating thriving communities and building trust as a corporate leader. We work together with our business partners and diverse stakeholders to unlock enduring value from precious natural resources for the benefit of the communities and countries in which we operate, for society as a whole, and for our shareholders. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
