Advertised: 04 September 2026
Newmont
Scientific | New Ireland
Newmont

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Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

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 Metallurgy Technician, you'll support safe and efficient laboratory operations by preparing samples, conducting routine testing and generating reliable analytical results that help optimise processing performance. Working closely with operational and laboratory teams, you'll contribute to quality, safety and continuous improvement outcomes while building your technical capability within Newmont's Metallurgy function.

As part of our team, you will
  • Prepare and handle samples, laboratory equipment and analytical apparatus in accordance with approved Safe Work Instructions.
  • Perform routine laboratory activities and testing to support metallurgical and geometallurgical operations.
  • Participate in Gold In Circuit surveys and other sampling programs to provide accurate operational data.
  • Maintain high standards of safety, quality, housekeeping and compliance across all laboratory activities.
  • Work collaboratively with laboratory and processing teams to support daily operations, continuous improvement initiatives and departmental objectives.
Prerequisites for your success in this role

• Minimum Grade 12 education, preferably with a science background; tertiary studies in a relevant discipline will be advantageous.
• A willingness to learn laboratory processes, metallurgical testing methods and safe work practices.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate and reliable results.
• Basic computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to work safely in an operational environment, including extended periods of standing and regular plant-based sample collection activities.

Your work environment

Reporting to the Supervisor - Metallurgy Laboratory, you'll work closely with the Geometallurgy Team, Metallurgy Production Team, Assay Laboratory and Process Plant Operations teams. This is a permanent position and an individual contributor role supporting daily laboratory and operational activities.

Newmont is committed to fostering local employment opportunities and building workforce capability in Papua New Guinea. We strongly encourage applications from qualified Lihirian candidates and other Papua New Guinean nationals, in line with our local employment commitments.

Why join Newmont

Lihir is one of the world's largest producing gold mines and one of Newmont's most significant operations.

Working at Lihir means joining a high-performing team committed to safety, operational excellence and delivering sustainable value for our people, communities and business.

Eligible employees may benefit from:
• Competitive salary and annual performance incentive opportunities.
• Access to health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs.
• Ongoing learning, technical development and leadership training opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale mining operations and industry-leading technologies.
• Career opportunities across Newmont's Australian, Papua New Guinean and global operations.
• Access to a diverse range of on-site recreational, dining and wellbeing facilities.
• The opportunity to be part of a workplace where safety, inclusion and growth are at the centre of everything we do.

Submit your application through our website quoting reference number 44559 before the advertised closing date: 17 September 2026.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.​

Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont
Hear from our people: Life at Newmont

Important: Newmont does not ask candidates to pay money or share sensitive personal data outside our secure application process. If this happens, please report it to our Business Integrity team: [email protected].

More information

Job ID: #28394

Industry: Scientific

Location: New Ireland, Papua New Guinea

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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