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.

About the Role

Our Human Resources Department at the Lihir operation is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced HR professional for the role of Advisor – People Business Partner.

Reporting to the Lead – People Business Partners, you will support the delivery of day-to-day HR services for Business Unit employees, including the implementation of enterprise programs at the business unit level.

Essential Duties

Your Key responsibilities include and will not be limited to:

• Assist in the delivery and execution of enterprise HR programs at the business unit level.
• Manage employee change requests in HRIS in partnership with the HR Service Center.
• Support change management initiatives and ensure compliance with PNG Employment Act and Labour Laws.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, strategic partner to optimize people processes, strengthen employee relations, and foster staff growth and development.
• Provide support in resolving employee conflicts aligned to the disciplinary process, conduct HR investigations, Performance & Case Management and track to activity to completion.
• Support people leaders on the end to end annual performance management cycle.
• Provide policy advise and guidance to people leaders and employees.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, including exit data analysis.

Training & Experience

Ideally, our preferred applicant will have;

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Psychology or other relevant tertiary-level qualification essential.
• 3-5 years of relevant HR work experience, preferably within the large-scale mining industry.
• Experienced in HR program delivery ( Performance & Case Management, Disciplinary esp. investigations, Annual Performance Cycle, Workforce Planning), contractor conversion, and change management.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR systems, and company policies.
• Technical skills in HR reporting, data analysis, and process improvement
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills, including collaboration, advising, coaching, and active listening.
• Strong problem-solving ability, commercial awareness, and cultural sensitivity.
• High attention to detail with good time management skills.
• Relevant certificate in investigation or report writing desirable.
• Accreditation from the PNG Human Resources Institute desirable.

The Requirements

• Must be available for FIFO to Lihir
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment.
• Must have proof of a completed Police Clearance within the last six months.

Our Commitment to You

Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp, in an en-suite and airconditioned room equipped with a 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.

We offer a range of recreational activities including our on-site gym and basketball court. Paid members can access the Lihir Club which has a swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, restaurant/bar area and deck with amazing Pacific Ocean views! Our café and deli are available for takeaway coffees and snacks, as well as local and imported grocery items (inc. fresh fruit).

Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary package, options for salary packaging and an annual incentive program.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility and Inclusion.

Our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date 10th June 2025.

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#23620" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.