Job Title: Technician, Mechanical Shovels & Drills - 41278

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

As a Technician Mechanical, you'll play an important role in keeping our operations running safely and efficiently. Through inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and

repairs, you'll help maximise equipment reliability and availability while contributing to a proactive maintenance culture that supports continuous plant performance.---

As part of the team you will

-- Perform mechanical inspections and identify potential issues before they impact operations.

-- Diagnose and repair mechanical equipment to minimise downtime and restore performance.

-- Carry out maintenance activities safely and in line with site standards and procedures.

-- Monitor equipment condition and performance to identify early signs of failure.

-- Assist with the calibration and testing of mechanical components and systems.

-- Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, and work documentation.

-- Support spare parts management by helping track critical component usage and availability.

-- Identify and report mechanical defects, risks, and improvement opportunities.

-- Work closely with colleagues and supervisors to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance outcomes.

-- Champion a strong safety culture and actively contribute to achieving zero harm.

Prerequisites for the role

-- Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance within mining, processing, heavy industry, or a similar operational environment.

-- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding capability.

-- Understanding of preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices.

-- Experience maintaining detailed maintenance records and equipment history documentation.

-- Knowledge of asset management principles and equipment reliability practices.

-- Sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements in an operational environment.

-- Ability to interpret technical information and follow maintenance procedures.

-- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across disciplines.

-- High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

-- A proactive approach to safety and a willingness to stop unsafe work.

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 "#28466" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.