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.
Our Lihir operation in the Power and Utilities Mechanical Maintenance team is now recruiting for the position of Technician - Mechanical. Reporting to the Supervisor - Mechanical, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing day-to-day technical maintenance and mechanical fitting services to the Power & Utilities Department.
The role will have the following responsibilities but are not limited to:
Complete any HSE tasks only if the hazards and any potential consequences are understood and any corrections are firstly agreed by the relevant Supervisor
Support all engines, turbines, and auxiliary equipment by maintaining a high level of understanding of the power station’s operational activities including fault diagnosis, repairs, and equipment performance
Execution/performance of preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on power and utilities equipment, safely and effectively, and provide technical assistance, as required, to the Power and Utilities Team
Execute maintenance activities to industry best practices and standards to ensure in reliability and availability are achieved
Inspect, test, adjust and repair equipment to satisfy appropriate governing standards
Installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of Power & Utilities equipment
Demonstrates fault finding skills and ability to troubleshoot
Qualifications, Experience & Skillset
3 – 5 years relevant work post – trade maintenance experience essential in heavy industry preferably within power and utilities or mining environment
NATTB Tradesman certificate in Mechanical or Heavy Equipment Fitting from a recognized institution
Relevant experience in maintaining equipment in power and utilities area
Demonstrated knowledge in all aspects of operations, monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting of steam turbines, diesel engines, HFO separation units and related plant & equipment
Solid understanding and awareness of HSE requirements, responsibilities, and obligations
Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously from time to time
High attention to detail with good time management skills
Working Conditions
Must be open to FIFO in PNG
Ability to successfully 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 submit your application through our website quoting reference number 36254 before the advertised closing date: 12 February 2025 – we’d love to hear from you!