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.

DIMENSIONS

To assist the leadership team to safely carry out maintenance and repairs to all equipment associated with the Newmont In-pit fleet as directed by the supervisor. And ensure that all plant and equipment is maintained to Newmont requirements and meet all safety, availability, and production target KPI’s.

PURPOSE

• To provide leadership assistance with the maintenance of mobile fleet units within an open pit environment.
• Specific focus is to be on Shovels & Drills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Safety & Sustainability

• Ensures personal and team compliance with all company HSE requirements & policies including Fitness for Work.
• Completes any HSE tasks only if the hazards and any potential consequences are understood and any corrections are firstly agreed by the relevant Supervisor.
• Displaybehavior consistent with Newmont Values.

Operational Excellence

• To act as a team leader who oversees the day-to-day maintenance activities of the Shovel and Drill Fleet.
• Identify and promote ideas for improvements in equipment maintenance, maintenance methods and administrative procedures.
• Ensure all Heavy equipment inspections are carried out thoroughly with all defects identified and initiate the appropriate maintenance strategies to rectify defects and minimize future downtime.
• Ensure documentation, maintenance and service records for equipment are complete and kept up to date.

Commercial

• Actively seeks cost reduction opportunities and identifies & reports any cost wastage within designated area.

People

• Works constructively within a diverse group of people.
• Delivers consistently on commitments and takes accountability for own development.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The position is in Lihir at the Mobile Fleet Maintenance Shovel Pad.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Knowledge:

• 3 – 5 years relevant work experience essential in heavy industry preferably within a mining environment,
• Experience with the following equipment will be looked upon favorably; Hitachi 2600, O&K RH200,Cat 6020 & 6060 Dig units, Epiroc D65 drill, D55 Sandvik drills, Epiroc/Atlas Copco PV271 or 231 Pit Viper Rotary Blast Hole Drill.
• Relevant experience in maintaining equipment in mobile fleet.

EXPERIENCE

Skills & Abilities:

• Suitably qualified Trades person with proven experience working within a field maintenance department.
• Proven leadership qualities and the ability to lead a team.
• Relevant tertiary qualification advantageous.
• Sap Experience is advantageous.
• PNG Driver's Licence - Class 6 essential.
• Previous experience in delivery and assessment of training desirable.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously from time to time.
• High attention to detail with good time management skills.
• Strong active listening & interpersonal skills.
• Genuine commitment to safety
• Demonstrates personal responsibility for own health and safety and develops an understanding of the legal requirements, HSE standards and standard operating procedures relevant to direct work area.
• Works well with others, listens actively, seeks inputs and asks clarification questions to check understanding staying focused and composed in a variety of work situations.
• Effectively manages own time to complete tasks in line with job expectations and requirements adjusting plans to cater for unforeseen events / disruptions.
• Recognises problems and proactively works towards resolution under the guidance of immediate Supervisor.
• Recognises opportunities to minimise waste and addresses it according to the HSE and operational standards and practices.

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 now before closing date: 01 May 2025 – 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 "#23203" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.