Human Resources Superintendent

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.

We are seeking a versatile and experienced HR Superintendent for a site-based role supporting our Steelmaking Coal operations. This is a 12-month fixed term opportunity with the possibility of permanent continuation, subject to ongoing business requirements and approval.

Working closely with operational leaders and the broader People and Capability team, you will lead practical people solutions, support change and help the business navigate workforce and organisational priorities in a safe, productive and sustainable way.

This is a hands-on role suited to an adaptable HR leader who can move comfortably between strategic and operational matters, build credibility on site and provide clear advice across a broad range of workforce issues.

What you will be doing

In this role, you will:

• Lead and support the delivery of site-based HR services.
• Partner with leaders to understand operational and workforce requirements.
• Provide practical advice across employee relations, industrial relations, performance management, workforce planning, organisational change and business transition activities.
• Support leaders with the consistent application of company policies, procedures and employment conditions.
• Manage complex and sensitive employee matters in a professional and respectful way.
• Support workforce capability, succession planning and employee development activities.
• Work closely with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Employee Relations and other specialist teams.
• Build effective relationships with employees, site leaders, unions and key stakeholders.
• Support the business through changes in ownership or operating arrangements, including workforce communication, consultation and transition activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, employee experience and business performance.
• Promote a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

The Human Resources Superintendent also provides leadership in managing and influencing the organisation to achieve the efficient use of business assets and human resources, including supporting the mine training and competence framework.

About you

You will be a versatile HR professional who is comfortable working on site in a busy operational environment. You will be able to adapt quickly, manage competing priorities and provide practical, balanced advice to leaders and employees.

You will ideally bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Business or a related discipline.
• Significant generalist HR experience, preferably within mining, resources, construction or another heavy industry environment.
• Demonstrated versatility across both strategic and operational HR matters, including experience leading or supervising an HR team.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and contemporary HR practices.
• Strong change management experience, together with experience managing employee relations, performance and workplace investigation matters.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• The ability to balance operational needs with company policy and employee wellbeing.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A practical, calm and solutions focused approach.
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information appropriately

Experience working at multi-union workplaces and supporting complex business change or major transitions would be advantageous. Experience within an operational mining environment and an understanding of coal mining employment arrangements would also be highly regarded.

• Full-time permanent position based at Moranbah North Mine, Moranbah
• Monday to Friday staff roster 
• Competitive salary & annual bonus + 12% Superannuation
• 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 will 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. We are a large, successful multinational company – and we are 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 are 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.

Closing Date
23rd August 2026

Please note, screening and interview 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