Senior Engineer - Electrical
Advertised: 26 June 2025
Newmont
Electrical, Engineering, Heavy Equipment, Mining, Oil and Gas | National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, East Sepik, East New Britain, Madang, Milne Bay, New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands, Australia
About Newmont
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.
Your Impact
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting and improving the performance of fixed plant equipment at our Lihir site. Your expertise will help drive maintenance excellence, enhance equipment reliability, and lead small improvement projects that contribute to operational success.
As part of our team, you will
- Provide electrical engineering support to the Fixed Plant Maintenance team.
- Identify and address equipment performance issues.
- Develop and implement maintenance strategies.
- Lead and manage small-scale improvement projects.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Use SAP and other systems to manage maintenance activities.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Prerequisites for your success in this role
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar).
- Accreditation from the Institute of Engineering PNG Inc. to be completed as part of the work permit process.
- Valid Electrical License (Australia, New Zealand, or PNG).
- Solid and relevant experience in fixed plant maintenance and reliability engineering concepts is essential, complemented by broad exposure to high-voltage (HV) equipment, power distribution, motors, transformers, and variable speed drives, among other systems.
- Proficiency in SAP and MS Office.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote, multicultural environment.
- PNG National Driver’s License (or ability to obtain one).
Your work environment
- Based at Newmont’s Lihir site in Papua New Guinea.
- For this opportunity, Lihir is offering a 22:20 FIFO roster from a range of designated marshalling points.
- Work in a remote, dynamic mining environment.
- Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals.
- Operate under the PNG Mine Safety Act and Newmont’s safety and environmental policies.
Why join Newmont
- Be part of a global leader in gold mining committed to safety, sustainability, and innovation.
- Work on impactful projects that shape the future of mining.
- Access professional development and training opportunities.
- Thrive in a culture that values integrity, inclusion, and excellence.
To Apply
To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#23898" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.
More information
Job ID: #23898
Industry: Electrical, Engineering, Heavy Equipment, Mining, Oil and Gas
Location: National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, East Sepik, East New Britain, Madang, Milne Bay, New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands, Australia, Papua New Guinea
Company: Newmont
Company Description: Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social, and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution, and technical expertise. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
Company Website: https://www.newmont.com/
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