Advertised: 24 August 2026
Newmont
Mining, Oil and Gas | National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, East Sepik, East New Britain, Eastern Highlands, Hela, Madang, Milne Bay, New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands
Newmont

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Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

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 Supervisor, Jaw Crushing, you will provide frontline leadership to ensure crushing operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in line with operational standards while achieving production targets.
You will play a critical role in strengthening safety culture, building team capability, and driving continuous improvement across the operation.

Your leadership will influence workforce engagement, operational reliability, and the successful delivery of production outcomes, while helping embed Newmont's values and standards throughout the team.

As part of our team, you will

• Lead and coordinate daily crushing activities to safely deliver production plans and operational targets.
• Champion Newmont's safety culture through visible leadership, field interactions, workplace inspections, and proactive risk management.
• Coach, mentor, and develop operators and permit personnel to build capability and strengthen team performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, productivity, and team engagement.
• Coordinate closely with maintenance, safety, control room, and operational teams to optimise plant performance.
• Manage workforce deployment, shift coverage, and effective communication between crews.
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures, permit-to-work requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Participate in incident investigations and support the implementation of corrective actions and learning opportunities.
• Foster a positive, accountable culture where people are empowered to speak up, contribute ideas, and stop unsafe work.

Prerequisites for your success in this role

We're looking for a leader who combines strong operational experience with a genuine commitment to safety and people development

You will bring:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in crushing, mineral processing, milling, or a similar mining environment.
  • At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or frontline leadership position.
  • Demonstrated experience leading teams in a high-risk operational environment.
  • A strong safety mindset and proven ability to influence positive safety behaviours.
  • Experience coordinating operational activities and managing competing priorities.
  • Strong communication, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Experience using operational systems and software such as SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
  • The ability to build credibility through visibility, accountability, and leading by example.
  • Experience within large-scale mining or processing operations will be highly regarded.
Your work environment

This role is offered on a 28:14 Fly-in, Fly-out (FIFO) roster to Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea.

Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp environment, with ensuite, air-conditioned accommodation equipped with a mini fridge, television and Wi-Fi. A variety of nutritious meal options are available through the on-site catering facilities, while recreational and social amenities provide opportunities to relax and connect with colleagues while on roster.

You'll work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Support Services, and Control Room teams while leading a diverse workforce focused on safe and reliable plant performance. This role offers opportunities to broaden your operational knowledge, gain exposure to permit and isolation processes, and develop skills that can support future progression into broader leadership and advisory opportunities.

Why join Newmont

Lihir is one of the world's largest producing gold mines and one of Newmont's most significant operations.

Working at Lihir means joining a high-performing team committed to safety, operational excellence and delivering sustainable value for our people, communities and business.

Eligible employees may benefit from:

  • Competitive salary and annual performance incentive opportunities.
  • Company-funded FIFO travel and modern camp accommodation.
  • Access to health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs.
  • Ongoing learning, technical development and leadership training opportunities.
  • Exposure to large-scale mining operations and industry-leading technologies.
  • Career opportunities across Newmont's Australian, Papua New Guinean and global operations.
  • Access to a diverse range of on-site recreational, dining and wellbeing facilities.
  • The opportunity to be part of a workplace where safety, inclusion and growth are at the centre of everything we do.

Submit your application through our website quoting reference number 44396 before the advertised closing date: 7 September 2026.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.​

Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont
Hear from our people: Life at Newmont

Important: Newmont does not ask candidates to pay money or share sensitive personal data outside our secure application process. If this happens, please report it to our Business Integrity team: [email protected].

More information

Job ID: #28261

Industry: Mining, Oil and Gas

Location: National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, East Sepik, East New Britain, Eastern Highlands, Hela, Madang, Milne Bay, New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands, 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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