About New Porgera

New Porgera Limited (NPL) is a company incorporated in Papua New Guinea and owns the Porgera Gold Mine in Enga Province. The Porgera Gold Mine will employ nearly 3,000 Papua New Guineans at full production, and over the last 30 years of life of the mine it has contributed approximately 10% of Papua New Guinea’s total annual exports

NPL is currently seeking a qualified and experienced individual to join the Emergency Response Team as an Emergency Response Officer.

About the role

Are you an Emergency Response Professional with theoretical training but not much practical experience? Do you want more ‘hands on’ experience in both Surface and Underground Mining Operations? Do you want to test your skills? Do you want to learn more? If so, the newly opened Porgera Mine is for you! We have a fresh new team established, new fire trucks and equipment on order and Australian Recognized Training available for the right candidate! We are after someone who is fit, energetic and enthusiastic about their profession, is this you?
Reporting to the Emergency Response Foreman, this role will support the effective delivery of Emergency Services to the Porgera Mine. If you meet the below criteria we would like to hear from you.

About You

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experiences:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the PNG Fire Service, PNG Aviation Fire Service or PNG Resources Industry in an Emergency Response role.
• Knowledge and experience in operating fire appliances, SCBA, vehicle extrication equipment, firefighting & rope rescue techniques, first aid certification and command and control.
• Certificate 3 in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue (or equivalent)
• Underground Mines Rescue Experience/Qualification (desirable)
• A valid and current PNG Police Clearance with no criminal record (acquired within the last 6 months)
• No history of domestic violence or workplace harassment
• Grade 10 qualification or higher
• The ability and willingness to train and develop within the Emergency Response Role
• Current PNG Driver’s License, Class 3 and Class 6 is essential
• Ability to pass a medical assessment and a rigorous fitness assessment

In this role, you will:

• Participate as an effective Emergency Response team member in all training and emergencies on the surface and underground operations
• Operate emergency response equipment and vehicles situated at Porgera Mine in the event of any emergency
• Participate in routine inspections of emergency equipment including fixed fire systems
• Adhere to all New Porgera Limited Polices & Procedures

Why New Porgera

In return, you will be joining a world-class mining operation with the opportunity to impact the development and upskilling of our predominantly local workforce, combined with a team keen to learn and absorb knowledge. This offers a unique opportunity to further shape the department and improve plant performance and people knowledge.

You will be joining an operation that safety and lead a team towards best-in-class safety practices whilst contribute to the development of a highly capable national workforce, making a lasting impact on the industry.

This role is offered on a National FIFO basis with a 21/14 roster basis with a competitive remuneration package.

The advert will close on Thursday 12th June 2025