About the role

New Porgera Limited is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Land Access and Grievance team. This key technical role will focus on conducting geotechnical investigations, assessing land damage claims, and providing expert advice on stability and related issues.

In this role, you will.

• Lead geotechnical investigations related to land damage claims and stability concerns along critical infrastructure including highways, transmission lines, resettlement areas, waste dumps, and other mine impacted zones.
• Collect, analyses, and interpret geotechnical data; prepare detailed technical reports with clear recommendations.
• Maintain all field investigation equipment and ensure supplies are stocked for ongoing programs.
• Apply rigorous technical skills in geotechnical logging, mapping, laboratory testing, instrumentation, design, and analysis.
• Work professionally, and with integrity when visiting impacted communities.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to support compliance with safety and environmental standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a high level of health and safety awareness and comply with the NPL Occupational Health & Safety Policy and all health & Safety Policy

About You

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

You will demonstrate a ‘One Team’ approach, providing effective leadership and development for your local team to reinforce NPL’s culture and values, always promoting a safe work environment. The position requires a high energy individual, hands-on management style and desire to continuously improve you and your team’s knowledge and systems and methods of work.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Science, preferably with a Civil, Mining or Geology major
• or related field
• Minimum 10 years’ proven experience in geotechnical engineering, with a strong track record in investigation, design, instrumentation, and reporting.
• Experience working in large-scale mining operations or related civil/community projects.
• Demonstrated ability to write high-quality geotechnical reports.
• Proficient with geotechnical software such as ROCSCIENCE Suite, Deswik, ESRI ArcGIS, GIS, and AutoCAD.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, able to meet deadlines and perform under pressure.
• Valid Papua New Guinea Driver’s License.
• Ability to work independently in remote and potentially difficult environments with high safety awareness.

Mobilization Requirement

This is a PNG National Staff position, a site-based role on a Fly in Fly out arrangement with rotation of 21 days on and 14 days off. Must successfully pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening. (This will be arranged only for successful candidates who progress after the interview stage) and have an up-to-date Police Clearance Certificate (acquired within the last 6 months).

Join Our Team as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Land Access & Grievance Support.

Embrace an exciting career opportunity with New Porgera Limited as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Land Access & Grievance Support. In this dynamic role, you’ll play a pivotal part in fostering positive relationships with local communities, ensuring respectful and beneficial land access agreements. You’ll have the chance to work with dedicated professionals and cutting-edge resources in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and ongoing Career development and progression. This FIFO position offers a great work-life balance, along with competitive compensation, Flexible benefits, a generous life and health Insurance Cover. Make a meaningful impact in your career and the host community with us at New Porgera Limited!

Closing Date: Monday 1st August 2025

Due to high volume of applications, we will contact only the shortlisted candidates.