Maintenance Superintendent | Whynot Bord & Pillar Operation

Malabar Resources; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Salary packaging through Maxxia

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Malabar Resources Ltd seeks a Maintenance Superintendent for Maxwell Underground Whynot Team to lead maintenance operations in an underground coal mine. Reporting to the Mine Manager, the role requires proven maintenance leadership and problem-solving skills in a challenging mining environment.

The role focuses on developing strategies, budgeting, and coordinating with production and engineering to maximise equipment availability while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in electrical or mechanical trade with post-trade/engineering qualifications preferred.
• Experience leading maintenance in underground coal mining, bord and pillar advantageous.
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the maintenance team to deliver safe, reliable and cost-effective outcomes.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, schedules and systems for availability.
• Manage maintenance budgets, spares and contractor resources.
• Ensure compliance with Mine Inspection Plan and statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Supply to plan maintenance.
• Promote safety focus and HS&E compliance across the site.
• Support development of a high-performing culture.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Underground mining experience

Budget management

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Electrical or Mechanical trade qualification

Tools

Pulse Maintenance System

Job description

ABOUT US

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.

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.

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

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.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance outcomes across the Whynot operation.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, schedules, and systems to maximise plant and equipment availability and reliability.
• Manage maintenance budgets, spares, and contractor resources to achieve operational and financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Inspection Plan and all statutory maintenance and inspection requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, and Supply teams to plan and prioritise maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate a strong safety focus and actively promote site HS&E requirements amongst the wider team.
• Support the development of a positive, high-performing working culture.

ABOUT YOU

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

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.

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.

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