HR Advisor

HBS PNG LIMITED currently operates in numerous mine sites across PNG, both on the mainland and remote island locations. We own and operate one of the largest and best maintained mining fleets in PNG, offering the mining sector a variety of services including road construction, maintenance, haulage, lighting, crushing services and plant equipment hire.

We are taking expressions of interest for highly and suitably qualified individuals for the position of HR Advisor to be based in Lae, Morobe Province. Applicants must have minimum 3 years proven experience within the mining and construction industries.

Reporting to the National HR Manager, you will work closely with the HR team providing comprehensive support across projects and departments. The incumbent will ensure compliance with PNG Labor Laws, company policies, and industry standards while fostering a positive and productive work environment.

This role will involve:

• End-to-end recruitment across projects and departments – from job advertisements to hiring and terminations.
• Ensuring seamless recruitment with approved manpower plan within specified time and budget.
• Able to navigate and derive long-term cost-saving strategies during the recruitment process,
• Track employee probationary status with performance reviews,
• Update and maintain accurate daily HR reports for management reporting,
• Support and update department and project managers with updates on recruitment, disciplinary actions, and records of employee or information required,
• Act as a first point of contact for project admin support, and related employee queries,
• Work closely with Travel team ensuring cost-wise travel plans for mobilization and site transfers,
• Support payroll accuracy by providing clear data before deadline,
• Develop and update Position Descriptions,
• Manage employee files and general HR administration,
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and sensitive HR Data.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, psychology or related field,
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in similar role and industry,
• Strong IR skills with HR best practice, and employment legislation,
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information,
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated based on applicant’s experience and skills.

If you have what we are looking for, please send in your application with your CV and all relevant documents to:

The Recruitment Team

HBS (PNG) Ltd

P O Box 958

LAE 411

Fax: 475 8348

[email protected]

• Closing Date: 15 November 2025
• ONLY SHORT-LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED