Maintenance Technician: Mechanical

Company Description

Big machines. Tight spaces. Serious skills

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.

Job Description

At Anglo American, we are dedicated to creating opportunities within the mining industry to help individuals develop and prosper. As a result of our strong forecasted growth and ongoing commitment to providing permanent opportunities, we are thrilled to offer numerous permanent positions to advance our Aquila operation.

Key Responsibilities, But Not Limited To

Operate to ensure all work is completed in full compliance with safety standards and statutory requirements.Perform mechanical maintenance on a wide range of underground mining equipment to support safe and reliable operations.Contribute to achieving production targets by delivering high‑quality maintenance tasks and promoting a strong, safety‑focused team environment.

Qualifications

Certificate III in Engineering: Mechanical or equivalentCurrent Standard 11 (Surface & Underground)Proven mechanical maintenance experience within an underground coal mineExperience delivering best practice mechanical maintenance

Additional Information

Full-time, permanent position7 on, 7 off rosterDIDO, FIFO, Residential options availableSubsidised accommodation availableAttractive salary, annual bonus

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

9 September 2026

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

Recruitment Agencies

Anglo American Steelmaking Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.