MinePath Mine Guide
Maxwell Underground jobs, without the corporate brochure.
Maxwell is one of the Hunter Valley’s newest major underground opportunities and moved into longwall production in April 2026.
Quick facts
Location: Denman / Muswellbrook area, Upper Hunter
Commodity: Metallurgical coal
Mine type: Underground longwall coal mine
Owner / operator: Malabar Resources / Maxwell Underground
Status: Longwall commenced in April 2026
Workforce: Malabar says Maxwell supports more than 430 long-term jobs
Mine-life context: Roughly 25 years
Last checked: 23 August 2026
What to watch before applying
A newer underground operation can advertise longwall, development, maintenance, electrical, technical, surface and infrastructure work. Check whether each job is direct with Malabar or through a contractor.
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Research the role, then prepare to win it.
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