Job Type: Permanent

About us

K92 Mining Limited operates the Kainantu Gold Mine in the Eastern Highlands Province. Since we launched in 2016, we've grown gold production every year, boosting Papua New Guinea's economy. We take pride in supporting your communities, with nearly 94% of our team members being fellow PNG locals.

Looking ahead, we will significantly increase our gold production in the next three years. This expansion means that K92 is a place for building a stable career, contributing to the community, and being a key part of our success.

About the role

Working with Underground Electrical Team with implementations of the complete mine power supply and distribution system; and a maintenance system for all electrical equipment in the underground mine and our exploration sites in Kainantu.
Training of T/A Electrician to effectively monitor and maintain the electrical systems in the mine, with reference to the electrical components.

Key / Major Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Inspect, isolate, and repair electrical malfunctions using various hand and power tools.
• Diagnose electrical defects or hazards on systems, appliances and machinery and identify adjustment and repair timely.
• Ensure that alarms and emergency electrical systems onsite are always operational.

About You

To be considered for this position, it is essential that you have a NATTB certified Tradesman Certificate as well as a current electrical license. You must have wide experience in the installation and maintenance of underground power distribution systems, transformer installations, motor control centres, Low & High Voltage transfers, and starters; and in the maintenance of underground equipment – electric motors, compressor stations and other electrical equipment. In addition to this, you will have some or all of the following.

• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• You must have a High Voltage switching ticket.
• Five (5) years’ experience working in a mining environment, especially in underground. Mining.
• Must be a self-started and very resourceful with ability to find solutions to problems to ensure the equipment availability is high.

Life at K92

Our core values — Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety — are central to our operations and fundamental to our success. K92 upholds a commitment to equal opportunity, striving to ensure that every individual can reach their highest potential without experiencing discrimination.

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.

We believe in sharing our success with our employees. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer participation in long- and short-term incentive plans. We also offer savings programs, medical assistance, as well as access to our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster.

If you share our values and are looking for your next career step, come join us on this exciting journey. Submit your application through our website today.

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