Superintendent Health & Safety

Simberi Gold Company Limited forms part of the St Barbara Group. Our Simberi Operations consists of an open cut mine on the northernmost island in the Tabar group of islands in the province of New Ireland in Papua New Guinea. Our vision is to grow sustainably and create enduring, positive impacts for the people and communities touched by our operations.

Now is an exciting time for our business and for our people. We’re going through a period of significant change and are gaining momentum in transforming our business. We’re looking for people who are ready to grow through opportunity and build a bright future with us.​​

We are currently seeking a Superintendent Health & Safety to join our team on a permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 21/14 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins, Vanimo, Wewak or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Manager Health Safety & Security.

The position is directly responsible to plan, lead, support and manage the implementation of Health, Safety and Risk Management (including Emergency Response) within the operation and externally as required.

The opportunity

Safety

• Role models, drives and influences proactive safety behaviours within workgroups through engagement visible leadership.
• Ensures all personnel, visitors and contractors comply with site and contractual HSE requirements and accountability at all levels.
• Plans work applying effective Risk Management processes so that it can be conducted safely with the right people and other resources required for work completion.

People

• Develops team members through deliberate regular feedback, coaching and formal training.
• Make appropriate people decisions in line with formal process, best work practices and St Barbara values.
• Manages and leads a diverse work team with effective people management skills/techniques.
• Takes an active role in promoting the training, development and succession of national and local staff.
• Identifies skill, talent, and potential in team members to develop team members into senior roles, maintains and leads personal development plans for the team through a systematic process.
• Creates opportunities for people to work together to enable them to contribute to the business and learn from each other

Production

• Lead the implementation of HSE requirements in the operational work areas
• Ensures that work practices, facilities, equipment, engineering designs and material specifications comply with applicable safety and health standards and current legislation through engagement and participation.
• Oversees the effectiveness and quality of incident investigations and corrective actions
• Co-ordinates and monitors the health and safety training and awareness function across site.
• Assists the Manager and leads with the development and implementation of all occupational health and safety standards and codes of practice including Improvement Projects.
• Actively promotes, lead and builds a culture to achieve an injury free workplace.
• Provides statistical data analysis and trends as required and ensures that legal company and corporate reporting requirements are met in a timely and efficient manner.

Cost

• Delivers work within approved budget managing any variances in accordance with escalation process.
• Actively seeks and leads cost reduction opportunities through initiatives internally and cross functional.

Technical accountabilities

• Works in accordance with PNG Mine Safety Act, St Barbara Management System and all departmental operating procedures.
• Maintain, verifies and regularly review all related documentation in line with organisation and legal requirements.
• Proficient in technical, report writing and presenting
• Sound understanding and leads in project management
• Understanding and involvement in material risk and crisis management

Are you ready to come and build your future with us?

We need the best people. People who have drive, energy and are genuinely passionate about the work they do and provide a positive impact. Additionally, we need people who see a challenge as an opportunity for growth and value working with others towards a common goal.​

We would love to hear from you if you have​:

Essential

• Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values
• 10+ years relevant work experience in similar leadership roles essentially in large-scale mining/mineral processing operations.
• Proficient in English with excellent verbal, written communication, and public speaking skills.
• Proficient in knowledge and experience with application of PNG HS acts and legislation.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Sound planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and autonomously.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Understands and implements solid work management processes through utilisation of tools that drives and achieves performance
• Strong active listening & interpersonal skills for rapport building, conflict resolution & training
• An excellent knowledge of Safety and Risk systems and proven experience in establishing and implementing systems
• An excellent knowledge of Emergency Response and para-Medical, clinical operations
• Ability to make efficient position-related decisions.
• To be able to have impact and influence on non-positional people.
• Results oriented that can operate with site-wide prioritisation.
• A team player who can work both as a customer and a supplier.
• Can act as a change agent.
• A belief that the National workforce can be developed.
• Mining Business Improvement experience will be highly regarded;
• And Recognised coaching and mentoring skills
• PNG Drivers License

For further information on the Simberi Operations and to apply for this role, please visit:

https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/FG8B6

Closing date: Monday, 10^th March 2025 at close of business.

Please submit your Applications, CVs, and Supporting documents (all merged in one PDF document)

At Simberi Gold Company Limited, we’re committed to finding the best fit for every role. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration, regardless of their race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#22707" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.