Job Description

About Us

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Malabar Resources Ltd is an independent Australian-based resources company located in the Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales. Our operations include a Bord and Pillar Mine at Maxwell Underground, which targets high quality metallurgical and thermal coal for domestic and international markets.

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As an employee of Maxwell Underground, you will enjoy the excitement and challenge of taking your experience and knowledge to build an operation that is better, safer, and more productive.

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At Maxwell Underground we value our people and want our workforce to have a sense of purpose and the opportunity to achieve their career aspirations.

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About The Role

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To support our ongoing growth, we are currently seeking a Maintenance Superintendent to join our Maxwell Underground Whynot Team. Reporting to the Mine Manager | Whynot, we are ideally looking for an experienced maintenance leader with demonstrated problem-solving skills and proven experience managing maintenance functions in an underground coal mining environment.

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What You Will Be Doing

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- Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance outcomes across the Whynot operation.
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- Develop and implement maintenance strategies, schedules, and systems to maximise plant and equipment availability and reliability.
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- Manage maintenance budgets, spares, and contractor resources to achieve operational and financial targets.
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- Ensure compliance with the Mine Inspection Plan and all statutory maintenance and inspection requirements.
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- Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering,



and Supply teams to plan and prioritise maintenance activities.
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- Demonstrate a strong safety focus and actively promote site HS&E; requirements amongst the wider team.
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- Support the development of a positive, high-performing working culture.
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About You

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- Trade Qualification (Electrical or Mechanical) with relevant post-trade or engineering qualifications highly regarded.
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- Proven experience in a maintenance leadership role within an underground coal mining workplace, ideally bord and pillar.
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- Working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (Mines and Petroleum Sites) Act and regulations.
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- Demonstrated experience managing maintenance budgets, contractors, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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- High level of computer literacy.
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- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and strong communication skills.
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- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
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- Highly developed interpersonal and leadership skills, including excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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- Knowledge of Pulse Maintenance System (or similar) is highly desirable.
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Employee Benefits

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- Competitive remuneration package with robust employee benefits.
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- Comprehensive salary packaging through Maxxia.
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- Extensive support through Malabar's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
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- Long-term career opportunities with 25-year mine life.
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This position requires a can-do attitude and hands-on approach. The successful candidate must be prepared to contribute effectively to a lean team environment.

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For information on Malabar Resources Ltd, please visit www.malabarresources.com.au

📌 Maintenance Superintendent | Whynot Bord & Pillar Operation (Muswellbrook)
🏢 Malabar Resources
📍 Muswellbrook