Registered Mine Surveyor

Job Description

This is a key statutory and technical role supporting safe, accurate and compliant underground mining operations. You will lead mine surveying activities, maintain accurate survey control and plans, and provide practical technical support across mine planning, development, longwall and operational activities.

You will work closely with Mining, Technical Services and operational teams to ensure survey information is accurate, accessible and delivered in line with legislative, site and company requirements.

What you will be doing

As the Registered Mine Surveyor, you will:

• Prepare, maintain and certify statutory mine plans and survey records.
• Maintain accurate underground and surface survey control.
• Plan, coordinate and complete underground survey activities.
• Provide survey support for development, longwall, infrastructure and mine planning activities.
• Ensure survey data, field notes, calculations, designs and records are accurately maintained.
• Review survey results and identify any discrepancies, hazards or operational risks.
• Provide technical advice to mine planning, engineering and operational teams.
• Oversee and authorise survey work completed by employees and contractors.
• Maintain clear survey handovers between rosters and shifts.
• Participate in incident investigations and complete surveys of relevant incident areas when required.
• Ensure surveying activities comply with legislation, recognised standards and the site Safety and Health Management System.
• Support the development and mentoring of surveyors and other technical personnel.

Internal surveying standards require clear roster handovers and authorisation by the Registered Mine Surveyor before project survey work is undertaken

Qualifications

What you will bring

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• A recognised tertiary qualification in Surveying or Spatial Science.
• Current registration with the Surveyors Board of Queensland.
• A current mining endorsement suitable for appointment as a Registered Mine Surveyor in Queensland coal mining.
• Demonstrated experience in underground coal mine surveying.
• Strong knowledge of Queensland coal mining legislation and mine surveying requirements.
• Experience preparing, maintaining and certifying statutory mine plans.
• Practical experience with underground survey control, traverses, set-outs and mine development surveys.
• Competency using modern survey equipment and relevant mine surveying software.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate technical records.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with technical and operational teams.
• A strong commitment to safety, risk management and compliance.
• A current Australian driver’s licence.

The internal appointment requirements identify a relevant Surveying or Spatial Science qualification, current competencies and registration with an appropriate mining endorsement. Queensland’s Surveyors Board also states that mine plans must be certified by a registered surveyor with a mining endorsement.

Additional Information

• Permanent, full-time position – Monday to Friday roster
• Based at Moranbah North Mine in Moranbah, Queensland.
• FIFO - Brisbane - Moranbah return flights (salary sacrifice)
• DIDO, and subsidised residential options available
• Competitive salary + 12% superannuation and annual bonus
• Supportive and experienced Technical Services team.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional and technical development.
• Pre-employment requirements will include relevant medical, background and qualification checks.

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.

Employee referral
Do you know someone who would fit this role? Employee referrals will be accepted for this job. Refer to your local Referral Guidelines for policy conditions and amounts.    

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 
08 October 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.