Workplace Type: Onsite
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
Our Lihir operation in the Fixed Plant Maintenance -Electrical & Instrumentation team is now recruiting for the position of Technician – Electrical. Reporting to the Supervisor-Electrical within the Fixed Plant Maintenance Department E&I Electrical Front-End, the successful incumbent will be responsible for undertaking day-to-day electrical maintenance tasks to achieve consistently high standards of safety, availability and reliability at the Processing Plant.
The role will have the following responsibilities but are not limited to:
Commit to the Asset Management Departments New-safe behaviours
Work constructively with a diverse group of people
Deliver consistently on commitments and take accountability for own development
Implement consistent compliance with set maintenance priorities by effectively communicating day-to-day maintenance priorities with the Supervisor and team to deliver optimum equipment availability and reliability
Monitor and follow up on consistency of maintenance standards and practices within government regulations and company policy
Perform electrical maintenance tasks to a high standard, follow procedures and complete tasks as allocated by the immediate Supervisor or other leaders
Contribute to the continuous improvement process by recommending solutions to electrical equipment reliability issues and assisting with and implementing maintenance strategy and system initiatives to improve maintenance solutions continuously
Communicate day-to-day maintenance issues with the Electrical Supervisor, and with other sections and work groups by providing updates on relevant issues and seeking information or input as required to define maintenance priorities and develop effective working relationships
Escalate any issues, delays or roadblocks impacting the ability to execute tasks
Perform preventative maintenance inspections on plant equipment
Actively seek cost reduction opportunities and identify & report any cost wastage within a designated area
Training, Experience & Skillset
Electrical Trade Certificate essential.
PNG Power Electrical Licence essential.
Strong safety focus and a sound knowledge of standard mine operating procedures
Exposure to DCS/PLC control systems advantageous
Relevant equipment license
High voltage certification
Elevated work platform ticket
Any previous experience in mining
Working Conditions
Must be open to FIFO in PNG
Ability to complete a pre-employment medical assessment
Must have proof of a completed Police Clearance within the last six months
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 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 recognising 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 advertised closing date of 12 February 2025 – we’d love to hear from you!