Longwall Superintendent - Grosvenor Mine

About the role

Grosvenor Mine, an underground steelmaking coal mine in Moranbah, QLD, is building its team ahead of a planned return to longwall production by Q4 2027. This is a full-time permanent position reporting to the Operations Manager, responsible for safely leading the longwall function and delivering consistent production performance. The role coordinates people, equipment and operational priorities with maintenance, engineering and technical services teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide visible safety leadership across all longwall activities and lead production teams to meet safety, production and operational objectives.
• Coordinate daily and weekly priorities across production, maintenance and technical functions.
• Monitor longwall performance and respond to changing conditions, risks and production constraints.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements, site standards and the Safety and Health Management System.
• Lead the application and review of operational controls, risk assessments and TARPs.
• Support longwall planning, panel readiness and safe production activities.
• Review production performance, equipment availability and shift reporting.
• Work with the Underground Mine Manager, operations leaders, engineering and technical services teams, and build leadership capability through coaching and feedback.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, productivity, reliability and work practices.

Required profile

• Experienced underground coal mining leader with strong longwall production knowledge and a practical, visible leadership style.
• Extensive operational leadership experience in underground coal mining, including longwall production and second workings.
• Demonstrated experience leading large operational teams.
• Knowledge of Queensland coal mining legislation and underground safety systems.
• Experience managing operational risk, TARPs and changing mining conditions.
• Sound planning, decision-making and problem-solving skills, and effective communication and stakeholder management.
• A genuine commitment to safety, accountability and workforce engagement.
• Relevant underground coal mining qualifications and competencies; a current Australian driver's licence is required.

What we offer

• Monday to Friday staff role with a 9-day fortnight available.
• Competitive salary, 12% superannuation and annual bonus.
• Residential, FIFO and DIDO options, with subsidised accommodation, housing and company-funded camp options.
• Daily bus transfers from the airport to camp and onto site.
• Relocation assistance available for those moving to Moranbah.

To apply, use the online application form, uploading your CV and other documents. Screening and interviews may occur before the closing date, and unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.