Multi-Skilled Operators: Dawson Mine

Come join Dawson Mine to fuel your future!

Dawson Mine

Our Dawson operation is a large open-cut coal mine and is showing no signs of slowing down! Dawson is located at the southern end of the Bowen Basin in Central Queensland, being just over a 2hrs drive west from either Rockhampton or Gladstone, or 4.5hrs drive north of the Darling Downs or South Burnett. Subsidised residential or camp accommodation options available.

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.

Job Description

We are currently seeking multiple experienced Multi-Skilled Operators with the Shovel or Excavator and Truck skillset to join our mining production teams at our Dawson Mine in Moura, QLD.

The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a record of working safely and a commitment to safe working practices. You will be accountable for your actions and output and also display a willingness to learn new skills and to work to the best of your ability. Along with a commitment to working together as part of a team to achieve business objectives and the ability to work shift work.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will ensure compliance with all safety and operating systems and a commitment to working together as part of a team to achieve business objectives. You will need to possess relevant experience in large open-cut mining operations. Dawson Mine is seeking candidates with experience in the below:

• Excavator or Shovel skillset and Truck (mandatory)
• Provide a signed skills list with your application resume to be considered.
• Current Australian Manual Driver's Licence.
• Experience with safety management systems and safe work practices.

Additional information

• Multiple full-time, permanent position available!
• Based at our Dawson Mine in Moura, QLD
• Attractive roster: 7 on, 7 off (Day & Night shifts)
• Employed under the Dawson Collective Enterprise Agreement 2024
• Market leading pay rates & attractive over-time rates!
• Training, upskilling & career progression
• Employee Incentive Program (Monthly Bonus)
• Company funded camp accommodation

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
14 October 2026

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