Your Impact

At Newmont, safe and efficient port operations are critical to keeping our business moving. As Supervisor, Stevedoring, you will play a key role in overseeing day‑to‑day stevedoring and port activities at our Lihir operation, ensuring cargo movements are executed safely, compliantly, and efficiently. Through strong leadership and a focus on continuous improvement, you will directly contribute to operational reliability, workforce safety, and Newmont’s commitment to responsible operations.

As part of our team, you will

In this hands‑on role, you will:

• Supervise stevedoring, port, and logistics operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable cargo handling and vessel activities.
• Ensure full compliance with port regulations, safety protocols, and Newmont policies, actively promoting a strong safety‑first culture.
• Coordinate and schedule daily port and logistics activities, allocating resources and tasks to meet operational priorities.
• Conduct routine inspections of port facilities, equipment, and stevedoring activities to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
• Administer and support regular safety audits of port operations, identifying areas for improvement and corrective action.
• Liaise closely with other departments, contractors, and service providers to ensure seamless and efficient logistics coordination.
• Monitor, collate, and report data on port and logistics performance, supporting accurate reporting and informed decision‑making.
• Troubleshoot and resolve port and logistics issues, minimising disruptions to operations.
• Prepare, induct, and guide new employees on port and logistics procedures, safety requirements, and ways of working.
• Identify, assess, and manage operational risks, implementing mitigation measures and continuously monitoring risk exposure.
• Lead by example, fostering a positive, collaborative, and safety‑focused team culture that encourages engagement and accountability.

Prerequisites for your success in this role

To be successful, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in stevedoring, port operations, transport, or logistics, with clear progression through roles of increasing responsibility.
• Several years of experience working within port operations and stevedoring environments, with a solid understanding of applicable regulations and operational controls.
• Proven capability in leading and developing operational teams, including day‑to‑day supervision, task allocation, and performance support.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and customer service skills, with the ability to interact, influence, and resolve conflict with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Sound understanding of project coordination, resource planning, risk management, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Practical experience across logistics and transport operations, including stevedoring activities, cargo movements, vessel scheduling and tracking, monitoring weather conditions, and managing loads to ensure safe and efficient port operations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data recording, tracking, monitoring, and reporting, with competent knowledge of KPIs and performance metrics.
• Working knowledge of SAP systems, including data entry, tracking, and reporting relevant to port and logistics operations.
• Solid understanding of health, safety, environment, and sustainability regulations and practices, with a strong commitment to safe operations.
• Competent understanding of cost management and financial principles relevant to port and logistics operations.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, applying practical judgement and continuous improvement thinking in a dynamic operational environment.
• A current PNG driver’s licence, with the ability to work safely and effectively within an operational port setting.

Your work environment

This role is offered on a 21:21 Fly in, Fly out (FIFO) day shift roster to Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea. You will join a dynamic operational port environment. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams, contractors, and service providers, supporting round‑the‑clock operations where safety, teamwork, and clear communication are essential to success.

Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp, in an en-suited and airconditioned room equipped with mini fridge, TV and Wi-Fi. A variety of healthy meal options are catered for at our mess; and the wet mess provides a relaxed social setting where employees can unwind with a game of pool or darts.

Why Join Newmont

At Newmont, you’ll be part of a global mining leader committed to safety, integrity, sustainability, and inclusion. We offer:

• A strong safety‑first culture where people come first
• Opportunities to lead meaningful work that keeps critical operations running
• Support for learning, development, and career progression
• A collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued
  
  
  

If you are an experienced stevedoring or port operations professional looking to step into a leadership role with impact, we encourage you to apply.