Job Type: Permanent

About us

K92 Mining Limited are the owners the high-grade Kainantu Gold Mine in Eastern Highlands Province. Since commencing operations in 2016, we have delivered consistent production growth. More importantly, we have contributed significantly to the economy of Papua New Guinea, more than 90% of our employees and contractors are from PNG and our local education and skills development initiatives which include scholarships, traineeships and adult literacy programs continue to bring significant benefit the communities in which we operate.

We are now transforming the operation with a new 1.2 mtpa process plant as well as extensive construction and expansion across site that will see us triple the output from our mine by 2027. In addition to our ongoing production success, we have an extensive exploration programme across our highly prospective tenement, making K92 a great place to build a long-term career.

About the role

This position is responsible for assembling and testing hydraulic hoses to ensure they are fit for purpose to meet the high standards set by the company. Making and testing hose assemblies. Build, crimp, and test hydraulic hose assemblies.

Key Accountabilities

• Follow and comply with all safety rules and regulations in accordance with the K92 Mining Safety System at all times.
• Ensure that all tasks carried out are as per supervisor’s written and verbal instructions.
• To be able to identify and use appropriate fittings to be fitted to specific hoses, as per OEM specification.
• To carry out assemblies using a variety of hoses for all mining equipment and th operation hydraulic purposes.
• To be able to perform and make low- and high-pressure hoses.
• To understand the procedures involved when testing to higher pressures and its associated safety critical aspects.
• To be able to identify and use all types of hoses for the purpose specified by the customer order.
• To carry out all assembly techniques as per supplier or in-house procedures.
• To be familiar with all our supplied fittings and their use.
• To be aware of environmental issues associated with workshop procedures.
• To have the ability to operate all hose assembly machinery and equipment.
• To ensure that work areas are always maintained clean and hazard free.
• To actively contribute to the overall team activities and promote good working practices.
• To work overtime if requested to ensure our organization deadlines are met.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you must have a minimum grade ten school certificate with 3+ years’ experience in mining environment or heavy construction industry. In addition to this, you will have

• Mechanical Technical Knowledge
• 3+ years’ experience in Hose making industry.
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems distributing liquids and gasses under varying pressures.
• Current PNG Driver’s License
• Training and Assessment experience and qualifications
• Current First Aid qualification
• Excellent trouble shooting skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and autonomously.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Strong active listening & interpersonal skills for rapport building, conflict resolution & training.
• Actively promotes a safe and healthy culture.

Life at K92

K92 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free from discrimination. Our values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect for others, Excellence and Safety are at the core of everything we do, and they are the foundation upon which our success has been built.

Our camp is well managed and provides residents with good, healthy meals made from locally sourced fresh produce as well as internet, cable tv and a gymnasium.

At K92, we want all employees to share in our success, so as well as a competitive salary, employees also participate in our long- and short-term incentive plans, we also provide employees with access to savings incentive programs, medical assistance and the option to salary sacrifice for certain expenses.

In addition to all of this, employees can also access our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO LIVE & WORK IN PNG WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#25633" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.