AddressAbout Us
The Maxwell Underground Mine, owned by Malabar Resources Ltd has commenced construction 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.
As an employee of the Maxwell Underground Mine, 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 Mine 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
Due to the ongoing progress of the Maxwell Underground Mine, we are now seeking an energetic and skilled Outbye Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering Team. Reporting to the Senior Mechanical Engineer, this is a key role in our site-based engineering team and will provide support as the technical lead for Outbye equipment and infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will be someone with a can-do attitude, and hands-on approach, who is prepared to effectively contribute to a lean team environment.
What you will be doing:
- Key procurement of mine infrastructure including:
- Conveyor system
- Mine ventilation fans
- Diesel Equipment
- Underground infrastructure
- Pumping equipment
- Compressed air system equipment
- Leading role in site readiness for operations.
- Development and implementation of maintenance strategies.
- Manage the mechanical safety and compliance requirements of the outbye equipment.
- Technical lead (mechanical) for the outbye equipment and infrastructure.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment performance and reliability through continuous improvement.
- Manage and coordinate the outbye mechanical resources to ensure that the outbye equipment is installed, commissioned, operated, maintained, and decommissioned to achieve operational targets.
Skills and Experience
- Mechanical engineering qualification (or currently undertaking, accompanied by a Mechanical Trade Certificate)
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in underground coal mines
- Detailed knowledge of longwall technical and operational practices
- Strong technical, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
For information on Malabar Resources Ltd and the Maxwell Underground Mine, please visit www.malabarresources.com.au.
