Tyre Fitter

Simberi Gold Company Limited forms part of the St Barbara Group. Our Simberi Operations consists of an open cut mine on the northernmost island in the Tabar group of islands in the province of New Ireland in Papua New Guinea. Our vision is to grow sustainably and create enduring, positive impacts for the people and communities touched by our operations.

Now is an exciting time for our business and for our people. We’re going through a period of significant change and are gaining momentum in transforming our business. We’re looking for people who are ready to grow through opportunity and build a bright future with us.​​

We are currently seeking a Tyre Fitter to join our team. permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 15/13 Roster from Kavieng/Rabaul/Port Moresby/Lae/Mt Hagen/Buka/Madang/Goroka/Alotau/Wapenamanda/Popondetta/ Hoskins or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor.

To perform the functions of the Tyre Fitter, the successful candidate will be Responsible to provide routine tyre and rim maintenance and repairs on all site rubber tyre equipment including but not limited to haul trucks, loaders, graders cranes, forklifts, trailers, LV’s and small ancillary equipment.

The opportunity

Functional Planning/Scheduling

• Knowledge and awareness of OTR /LV tyre standards and regulations.
• Knowledge and awareness of OTR/LV tyre fitting practices and procedures.
• Knowledge and awareness of OTR/LV jacking practices and procedures.
• Accredited OEM tyre fitting training course or industry equivalent.
• Perform routine tyre maintenance on equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
• Assemble new/used tyres and rims to OEM tyre and rim standards.
• Maintain inventory of tyre stock and associated parts and materials.
• Forklift/IT operating ticket.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order for completing of maintenance work.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Ability to work alone or in a team environment.
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned by the Immediate Manager that relate to the role.
• Take responsibility for your own safety and that of others, including recording and reporting any undesired events, unsafe practices or near misses and complying with OH&S policies and practices.
• Comply with established environmentally sustainable measures to not adversely impact on the natural fauna, flora, freshwater resources, and marine life within the bound of Simberi Island.

Scheduling accountabilities

• Help schedule routine tyre maintenance to ensure equipment and machinery is in good working order and compliant with site requirements.

People accountabilities

• Work with and develop the community through the support of Company initiatives.
• Effectively communicate with Immediate Manager to relay any issues relating to role that may impact on efficiency.
• Take responsibility for managing own time and workload to ensure actions and maintenance is completed.

Are you ready to come and build your future with us?

We need the best people. People who have drive, energy and are genuinely passionate about the work they do and provide a positive impact. Additionally, we need people who see a challenge as an opportunity for growth and value working with others towards a common goal.​

We would love to hear from you if you have​:

• Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values
• At least 5 years relevant experience
• Experience supervising a small team.
• PNG Drivers licence (unencumbered)
• Strong ability to work effectively within a team and work to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, including communicating with people from different backgrounds and cultures

For further information on the Simberi Operations and to apply for this role, please visit:

https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/JGXNQ

Closing date: Monday 30^th December 2024 at close of business.

Please submit your Applications, CVs, and Supporting documents (all merged in one PDF document

At Simberi Gold Company Limited, we’re committed to finding the best fit for every role. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration, regardless of their race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.