Superintendent, Electrical and Instrumentation

• Join the world’s leading gold mining company
• Be part of Newmont’s Papua New Guinea mine operation
• FIFO ex Australia (21 days on, 21 days off) or residential on Lihir Island, PNG

About Newmont

Founded in 1921 Newmont Mining Corporation is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world. Newmont prides itself on safety and embraces diversity, engages employees, fosters innovation, rewards high performance and develops great leaders.

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

Reporting to the Manager, Asset Management, Fixed Plant, the Superintendent, Electrical & Instrumentation plays a critical leadership role at Newmont’s Lihir Island operations. You will oversee electrical and instrumentation activities to ensure reliable and efficient operations.

As part of our leadership team, you will:

• Coordinate the installation, maintenance, and repair of all electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Execute regular inspections and audits of electrical and instrumentation systems to identify potential issues and ensure compliance with industry standards
• Formulate and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for all electrical and instrumentation equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan
• Apply diagnostic tools and data analytics to assess the health and performance of electrical and instrumentation systems, enabling timely maintenance interventions
• Adhere to all electrical and instrumentation activities complying with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies
• Facilitate a culture of safety within the electrical and instrumentation team by executing safety training sessions and maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols
• Formulate and handle the electrical and instrumentation budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets
• Assess and execute cost-saving measures within the electrical and instrumentation department without compromising on quality or safety
• Responsible for assessing relevant risks, executing mitigation measures, and continuously monitoring for risks
• Statutory compliance to PNG Mining Resources Authority.

What You Will Bring

• Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or a formal qualification in related field
• Several years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance operations and systems management with demonstrated progression through roles of increasing responsibility
• Competent experience in leading and developing teams
• Competent ability to interact, influence and resolve conflict with various stakeholders
• Advanced understanding of electrical and instrumentation maintenance operations management, safety compliance, process optimization and stakeholder collaboration
• Advanced knowledge in electrical and instrumentation safety regulations, maintenance scheduling, performance monitoring, budgeting and compliance with safety and environmental policies & high voltage knowledge
• Advanced understanding and application of electrical and instrumentation systems, tools and software programs
• Competent knowledge of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for performance
• Competent knowledge of health, safety, environment and sustainability regulations and practices
• Competent understand of project cost management and financial principles.

Working Conditions

This is a site-based role at Newmont’s Lihir Island operations in Papua New Guinea, offered on either a 21 days on / 21 days off FIFO roster ex Australia (Cairns, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide) or residential on Lihir Island basis.

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.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

Applications close Fri 22 May 2026

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#26879" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.