Advisor, Mechanical - Shovels & Drills
Advertised: 21 April 2026
Newmont
Mining, Oil and Gas | National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Central, East Sepik, East New Britain, Eastern Highlands, Madang, Milne Bay, New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Lihir
Our Lihir Operation, located on the beautiful island of Niolam, approximately 800km north of Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby, is one of the world’s largest gold mines. Set within a geothermically active, extinct volcanic crater, Lihir operates an open-pit mine producing refractory ore, which undergoes pressure oxidation and conventional leaching to recover gold. Our workforce includes both residential and commute rosters, creating a diverse and dynamic team. Lihir offers a range of recreational facilities, including a gym, sports club, restaurant, bar, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, and a 9-hole golf course. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Lihir fishing and boating clubs provide access to pristine waters and beaches, while our onsite deli and café serve fresh local and imported produce, barista-made coffee, and freshly baked goods.
We are proud to work closely with the local Lihirian community and value its vibrant culture. Through initiatives like our School to Mine program, we offer meaningful employment, training, and development opportunities for Lihirian men and women, as well as scholarships and vocational apprenticeships. We also partner with the New Ireland Province to ensure economic benefits flow directly to the community, strengthening our commitment to sustainable development and positive local impact.
Your Impact
As the Advisor, Mechanical – Shovels & Drills at Lihir Operations, you will provide critical mechanical and maintenance expertise that supports safe, reliable, and efficient asset performance. Your technical advice and hands‑on support will directly contribute to operational uptime, continuous improvement, and the capability development of the national workforce.
Working closely with Maintenance and Operations teams, you will play a key role in troubleshooting, risk management, and process optimisation while ensuring strict adherence to safety and compliance standards.
As part of our team, you will
- Provide hands‑on technical support to Maintenance and Operations teams to resolve mechanical issues and improve asset performance
- Coach and mentor the national workforce in maintenance, troubleshooting, and safe work practices
- Support the investigation, diagnosis, and resolution of complex technical problems
- Analyse operational and maintenance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and technical standards
- Work closely with the maintenance team to coordinate equipment repairs and manage critical spares
- Assist in the design, preparation, and delivery of technical training programs
- Develop and provide practical recommendations to improve maintenance processes and reliability outcomes
- Manage and monitor inventory for critical spare parts and equipment
- Identify technical risks, implement mitigation measures, and continuously monitor risk controls
- Stop unsafe work and actively always promote a strong safety culture
Prerequisites for your success in this role
- Mechanical Trade Certificate or Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Proven experience maintaining heavy mining equipment (shovels, excavators, drills)
- Demonstrated expat experience mentoring and developing a national workforce
- Strong practical capability in troubleshooting, machine diagnostics, maintenance support, and process optimisation
- Proven experience working within strict safety and compliance frameworks
- The ability to analyse data and translate findings into actionable improvements
- Sound risk identification and mitigation skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to coach, influence, and work collaboratively across disciplines
- A proactive mindset, practical judgement, and commitment to continuous improvement
Your work environment
This role is offered on a 21:21 Day / Night Fly in, Fly out (FIFO) roster from PNG or Australia approved point of hire to Lihir Island, PNG.
Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp, in an en-suited and airconditioned room equipped with mini fridge, TV and Wi-Fi. A variety of healthy meal options are catered for at our mess; and the wet mess provides a relaxed social setting where employees can unwind with a game of pool or darts.
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, our Lihir team – 90% of which are Papua New Guinean – is dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment where meaningful, long-term connections can be formed within the industry.
We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!
To Apply
To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#26835" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.
More information
Job ID: #26835
Industry: Mining, Oil and Gas
Location: National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Central, East Sepik, East New Britain, Eastern Highlands, Madang, Milne Bay, New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands, Papua New Guinea
Company: Newmont
Company Description: Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social, and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution, and technical expertise. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
Company Website: https://www.newmont.com/
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