ABOUT US

It’s not every day you have the opportunity to be in involved in the start-up of a new mine. At Malabar you will enjoy the excitement and challenge of taking your experience and knowledge to build an operation that is better, safer, and more productive. Positions are now available to join the growing operations leadership team as we develop a Greenfield mine in the vibrant Hunter Valley.

The Maxwell Underground Mine, owned by Malabar Resources Ltd has commenced operations with production planned of up to 8 million tonnes of coal per annum. With a long life, the underground mine targets high quality coal, with the majority being metallurgical coal.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Maxwell Underground Mine are currently seeking energetic and skilled Undermanager to join our growing Team. This key role will provide on-shift leadership and support through construction of the cross measures drift that will access the Woodlands Hill seam to develop a longwall operation. You will be accountable for leading safety commitment, implementing the Safety Management System and enabling delivery of the production plan on shift. The position will report to the Production Manager and is based at the Maxwell site, 10 minutes from the township of Muswellbrook. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Provide visible and proactive safety leadership to achieve zero harm.
• Lead operations on shift to achieve production and maintenance targets.
• Ensure compliance to the Safety Management System and WHS legislation.
• Drive underground standards to establish and maintain a world class longwall operation.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in this role, the applicant will possess:

• NSW Undermanager Certificate of Competency and Practicing Certificate.
• Experience in shotfiring activities will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated success in leadership roles.
• Practical experience in high productivity roadway development and longwall operations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Competitive remuneration package with robust employee benefits
• Comprehensive salary packaging through Maxxia
• Extensive support through Malabar’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Long-term career opportunities with 25-year mine life
• Thriving company culture focused on internal promotion and career development.

This position requires a can-do attitude and hands-on approach. The successful candidate must be prepared to make decisions, challenge the norm and contribute effectively to a lean team environment.   

For information on Malabar Resources Ltd and the Maxwell Underground Mine, please visit www.malabarresources.com.au or email careers@malabarresources.com.au