Workers must be priority in sale of Anglo American coal assets
Mining and Energy Union
Maintaining jobs, conditions and safety standards are the top priority after Anglo American announced yesterday that they have secured UK mining company Dhilmar as buyer for their Queensland steelmaking coal portfolio.
MEU Queensland District President, Mitch Hughes said that the sale of the portfolio was good news that reflected the ongoing value of the Queensland metallurgical coal industry.
“We understand there is always uncertainty for workers during a transition of business. However, we will continue working closely with members throughout this process, ensuring workers’ conditions, entitlements and safety standards remain a priority.”
“As always, we will continue standing up for our members and advocating for strong industry standards across the Queensland coal sector.”
The portfolio includes the troubled Grosvenor and Moranbah North underground coal mines, which have not fully operated since dual incidents in 2024. The Mining and Energy Union, including our Industry Safety and Health Representatives, have been working constructively with Anglo American and Resources Safety and Health Queensland to ensure the safe reopening of these mines.
Mr Hughes said the introduction of a new major player to the Queensland mining sector was an opportunity to raise the standards for our industry and communities.
“QLD mining regions are highly dependent on the attitude and behaviour of the major mine operators in our industry.
“With the prominent role that Dhilmar will play this is an opportunity to lift standards for our industry, and to build social license through fair employment practices and contributions to our community.”
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