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.

Your impact

Reporting to the Supervisor - Mechanical - Shovel Pad, you will be responsible for safely carrying out inspection, fault finding, maintenance, repair, and testing activities on a range of heavy mining equipment.

Your primary focus will be supporting shovel and drill assets while ensuring all work is completed in accordance with safety, maintenance, and operational standards.

As part of the team you will

-- Perform inspection, diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair and testing of mobile mining equipment electrical systems.

-- Maintain and repair heavy mining equipment to required operational and safety standards.

-- Complete accurate maintenance documentation and service records.

-- Contribute to equipment reliability and fleet availability targets.

-- Identify and report opportunities for cost reduction and waste minimisation.

-- Demonstrate a strong commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental standards.

-- Work collaboratively within a diverse and inclusive team environment.

Prerequisites for the role

-- Trade Certificate in Auto Electrical Technology or equivalent qualification.

-- Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience in heavy industry, preferably within mining.

-- Proven experience maintaining and troubleshooting mobile fleet equipment.

-- Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.

-- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

-- Strong problem-solving and fault-finding capability.

-- High attention to detail and effective time management skills.

-- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

-- Current PNG Class 6 Driver's Licence.

Desirable Experience

Experience working on the following equipment will be highly regarded:

-- Hitachi EX2600 Excavators

-- O&K RH200 Hydraulic Excavators

-- Caterpillar 6020 & 6060 Mining Shovels

-- Epiroc D65 Drills

-- Epiroc/Atlas Copco PV231 & PV271 Pit Viper Blast Hole Drills

Your Work Environment

This role is offered on a 28:14 Day / Night Fly in, Fly out (FIFO) roster to Lihir Island, PNG from our approved POH.

Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp, in an en-suite and air-conditioned 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, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, our Lihir team – 90% of which are Papua New Guinean – is dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment where meaningful, long-term connections can be formed within the industry.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#28469" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.