Mt Arthur, New South Wales
The Mt Arthur coal mine is an operation of New South Wales Energy Coal (NSWEC).
Planning what’s next, today
In 2022, BHP announced the decision to cease mining at Mt Arthur Coal in June 2030 as part of a responsible closure.
We know there are a lot of questions about the closure of Mt Arthur Coal.
What’s next for the land? What does it mean for jobs? What about the environment?
At BHP, we’re here to listen and give you the answers you need.
That’s why we’ve created the Powering what’s next hub, where you can get clear information on what’s happening, how we’re supporting the workforce and community, and what the future looks like.
What’s next for the land? What does it mean for jobs? What about the environment?
At BHP, we’re here to listen and give you the answers you need.
That’s why we’ve created the Powering what’s next hub, where you can get clear information on what’s happening, how we’re supporting the workforce and community, and what the future looks like.
Mt Arthur at a glance
The Mt Arthur Coal open-cut energy coal mine is located five kilometres south of Muswellbrook in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales adjacent to the traditional lands of the Wanaruah people.
The mine employs around 2,000 people, who predominantly live in the region. Historically, the site produced coal for domestic and international customers in the energy sector, but shifted to international customers only from the second half of FY2020.
Careers at Mt Arthur
Visit our careers website to see the current New South Wales career opportunities.