Operator - Processing Services
Advertised: 02 September 2025
K92 Mining Inc.
Mining, Oil and Gas | Eastern Highlands, Eastern Highlands
Permanent
About us
K92 Mining Limited are the owners the high-grade Kainantu Gold Mine in Eastern Highlands Province. Since commencing operations in 2016, we have delivered consistent production growth. More importantly, we have contributed significantly to the economy of Papua New Guinea, more than 90% of our employees and contractors are from PNG and our local education and skills development initiatives which include scholarships, traineeships and adult literacy programs continue to bring significant benefit the communities in which we operate.
We are now transforming the operation with a new 1.2 mtpa process plant as well as extensive construction and expansion across site that will see us triple the output from our mine by 2027. In addition to our ongoing production success, we have an extensive exploration programme across our highly prospective tenement, making K92 a great place to build a long-term career.
About the role
Level 1 Process plant operators operate control, monitor, and maintain the machines and equipment used to crushed, transfer and pump ore, water and reagents to get high quality gold concentrates for K92 mining company.
Key / Major Accountabilities
Key accountabilities of this position include.
- Fill log and check sheets
- Report any equipment, faults and unsafe practise to shift boss.
- Collect 2hrs samples.
- Liaise with maintenance personal working in the area of responsibility.
- Assist in isolation and de-isolation of equipment.
- Preparing and measuring the reagents (PAX, CMC, Hydrated lime and Flocculation) that are used in the processing plant.
About You
To be considered for this role, you must have a Grade 12 Certificate with good personal attributes or recent Mineral Processing Graduate from Unitech. In addition to this you will have some or all the following.
- Be physically fit and enjoy practical and manual activities.
- Able to read and follow written instructions.
- The ability to work as part of a multicultural team.
- Good hand-eye co-ordination.
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
Life at K92
Our core values — Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety — are central to our operations and fundamental to our success. K92 upholds a commitment to equal opportunity, striving to ensure that every individual can reach their highest potential without experiencing discrimination.
Our camp is well managed and provides residents with good, healthy meals made from locally sourced fresh produce as well as internet, cable tv and a gymnasium.
We believe in sharing our success with our employees. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer participation in long- and short-term incentive plans. We also offer savings programs, medical assistance, as well as access to our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster.
If you share our values and are looking for your next career step, come join us on this exciting journey. Submit your application through our website today.
THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO LIVE & WORK IN PNG WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP
To Apply
To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#24503" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.
More information
Job ID: #24503
Industry: Mining, Oil and Gas
Location: Eastern Highlands, Eastern Highlands, Papua New Guinea
Company: K92 Mining Inc.
Company Description: K92 Mining Inc. (KNT:TSX, KNTNF:OTCQX) owns and operates the high-grade Kainantu Gold Mine in Papua New Guinea. We're at the forefront of mining excellence, driving significant growth and expansion. With a proven track record of increasing production and reducing costs, we're committed to delivering value to our stakeholders and fostering sustainable development in our communities. Discover our vision for a prosperous future in gold and precious metals mining. #K92Mining #GoldMining #Leadership #Innovation #SustainableDevelopment
Company Website: https://k92mining.com/careers
Source: www.pngworkforce.com