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Technician – Processing

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National Capital District, Morobe, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, East Sepik, East New Britain, Madang, Milne Bay, New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands, Papua New Guinea

Heavy Equipment, Mining, Oil and Gas

#22936

19th March 2025

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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.

Purpose

Reporting to the Supervisor - Processing, the Technician – Processing is responsible for operating the assigned sections of the process plant to ensure all safety and metallurgical targets are met on a shift-by-shift basis.

Essential Duties

Among other accountabilities, the Technician – Processing will be responsible for:

  • Daily housekeeping in Grinding, Thickeners and Flotation, including Utility areas.
  • Ensures all works for the shift (inspections, identifying defects, routine schedules, SOP’s etc.) are completed within all safety, environmental and company compliance processes and guidelines.
  • Operates process plant equipment as directed completing Daily Plans & Work Inspections, advising immediate Supervisor of the need for Work Notifications for any defects or hazards found in the area
  • Works collaboratively with diverse teams, meets commitments, takes accountability, and participates in training, communications, and meetings as required. ​
  • Ensures compliance with HSE requirements, monitors hazards, implements controls, and promptly reports incidents or non-compliant behaviors to the manager.

Training & Experience

  • 3 – 5 years relevant work experience essential in heavy industry preferably within a mining environment.
  • Certificates/Statements of Attainment in relevant metalliferous processing competencies highly regarded.
  • Minimum level of Grade 10 education desirable.
  • PNG License Class 7 desirable.
  • Bobcat operation desirable.

Working Conditions

For this opportunity, Lihir is offering a 28:14 FIFO roster from a range of designated marshalling points.

Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp, in an en-suited and airconditioned 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.

We offer a range of recreational activities including our on-site gym and basketball court. Paid members can access the Lihir Club which has a swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, restaurant/bar area and deck with amazing Pacific Ocean views! Our café and deli are available for take away coffees and snacks, as well as local and imported grocery items (inc. fresh fruit).

Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary package, options for salary packaging and annual incentive program.

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 beore the closing date: 02/04/2025 – we’d love to hear from you!

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COMPANY INFO

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 ...
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P. O Box 789, Port Moresby 121, Papua New Guinea