Team Lead, Environment Monitoring
Advertised: 02 June 2025
Newmont
Mining, Oil and Gas | National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Central, East Sepik, East New Britain, Eastern Highlands, Enga, Gulf, Hela, Jiwaka, Madang, Manus , Milne Bay, New Ireland, Oro (Northern), Sandaun (West Sepik), Simbu (Chimbu), Southern Highlands, West New Britain, Western (Fly), Western Highlands, Papua New Guinea
Workplace Type: Onsite
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.
Purpose
Our Lihir operation is seeking an experienced and proactive professional to join the Safety & Sustainability Team as Team Lead, Environmental Monitoring. Reporting to the Director of Sustainability, this role is responsible for supporting the environmental team in ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations through effective monitoring and audits. The successful candidate will also play a key role in identifying, mitigating, and resolving environmental issues.
About The Role:
The role is responsible for managing the Environmental Data Management System, including Environmental Management Plans and other regulatory requirements. Key duties include overseeing data collection, reporting, and laboratory activities across all areas of environmental management.
You will support and consolidate action plans resulting from environmental audits and monitor the implementation of remedial measures. This includes identifying and reporting any gaps that require management action related to compliance or non-conformance.
Additionally, you will play a critical role in investigating environmental incidents, preparing necessary documentation, and recommending appropriate preventative and corrective actions. In the event of reportable spills or other non-compliances, you will be responsible for notifying government authorities and relevant stakeholders.
About You:
You bring substantial experience in environmental science, with strong capabilities in data collection, analysis, and reporting. You hold a technical qualification in Environmental Science or a related field and have demonstrated expertise in internal work processes, including audits, investigations, and statistical analysis.
Your technical competencies include implementing environmental management and monitoring programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing environmental data systems effectively.
You are self-aware and understand how your behaviour influences others, adapting as needed to support team productivity. You contribute as an effective team member by actively listening, clarifying tasks, and exchanging constructive feedback. Most importantly, you foster positive working relationships across diverse teams and disciplines.
With a strong sense of drive, determination, and commitment, you apply these capabilities to deliver high-quality outcomes aligned with Newmont’s purpose, values, and strategic objectives.
The Requirements
- Willingness to work a 22:20 FIFO roster
- Ability to complete a pre-employment medical assessment
- Must provide a valid Police Clearance issued within the last six months
To Apply
To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#23673" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.
More information
Job ID: #23673
Industry: Mining, Oil and Gas
Location: National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Central, East Sepik, East New Britain, Eastern Highlands, Enga, Gulf, Hela, Jiwaka, Madang, Manus , Milne Bay, New Ireland, Oro (Northern), Sandaun (West Sepik), Simbu (Chimbu), Southern Highlands, West New Britain, Western (Fly), Western Highlands, Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea
Salary: N/A (PGK)
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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