Workplace Type: Onsite 

About Newmont

 

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc, and lead. Our commitment to responsible mining, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility sets us apart in the industry. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are proud of our diverse workforce that spans the United States, Canada, Australia, Ghana, Peru, Suriname and Papua New Guinea.

 

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry. 

 

Lihir Operation is a tier-one open cut mining operation based on Aniolam island, in the Lihir Group of Islands, located in New Ireland Province approximately 800km north of Port Moresby. It is one of the world’s largest producing gold mines and is located on a geothermally active extinct volcanic crater. Production first commenced in 1997. The operation consists of an open pit mine producing refractory ore, which is treated using pressure oxidation before the gold is recovered by a conventional leach process.

Purpose

Our Lihir Mine Marine Operations team efficiently and safely operates multiple split hopper barges to transport waste to offshore dumps, supporting the mining operations team. We are seeking an experienced Barge Master to ensure the safe berthing and un-berthing of barges during operations.

If you have expertise in this field and believe you can make a valuable contribution to our marine team, we encourage you to apply!

Training & Experience Must demonstrate experience in a similar roleMinimum Grade 10 CertificateMinimum NMSA Master Class 5 Certificate of Competency essentialValid Solas CertificatesValid NMSA Seafarer medical certificateMust have ALL valid NMSA Certificate of Competency and SOLAS certificationBe able to work a FIFO rosterAbility to complete a pre-employment medical assessment Must be able to complete a National Police Check & Risk Rate ScreeningWorking Conditions

This role is offered on a 28/14 Fly in, Fly out (FIFO) roster from multiple locations in PNG to Lihir island.

Our FIFO employees stay in 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 at our mess; and the wet mess provides a relaxed social setting where employees can unwind with a game of pool or darts. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary package and annual incentive program.

 

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

 

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility and Inclusion. Our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.

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 before the closing date 24 Februery 2025 – we’d love to hear from you!