Technician, Mechanical

Location
Lihir Island
Workplace
On-site

About this role

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
We are seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our Front-End Maintenance team. Reporting to the Superintendent, Mechanical, you will play a hands-on role in delivering safe, high-quality maintenance activities that support the reliability and performance of our crushing, grinding and flotation plants.
Essential Duties
• Execute planned and breakdown maintenance activities safely and efficiently.
• Complete work orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Identify equipment defects and raise maintenance notifications.
• Record failure information to support reliability improvements.
• Ensure materials and rotables are returned and managed in accordance with work management processes.
• Work closely with Supervisors and Technical Advisors to deliver quality maintenance outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and a strong safety culture.
Training & Experience
• Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Mechanical Maintenance or a related discipline.
• Experience maintaining fixed plant equipment within mining, mineral processing, heavy industry or similar environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Ability to diagnose faults and execute repairs effectively.
• Experience working within a CMMS/SAP environment is advantageous.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Working Conditions
FIFO roster of 28 days on / 14 days off.
Work is performed within an active mineral processing environment, supporting crushing, grinding, flotation, and associated fixed plant assets.
Company-provided flights, site accommodation, and meals are supplied for the duration of each roster.Accommodation is provided in a village-style environment with access to site facilities and amenities.
Exposure to a heavy industrial and mining environment, including varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and operational hazards.
Participation in planned shutdowns and breakdown maintenance activities as required.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including climbing, lifting, carrying, and working in confined spaces and at heights where appropriately trained and authorised.
Commitment to working safely and contributing to a positive team culture within a diverse and multicultural workforce.

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 – we’d love to hear from you!

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Top Benefits

  • Flights
  • Site accommodation
  • Meals
  • Gym
  • Sports club
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts
  • Squash courts
  • Golf course
  • Fishing club
  • Boating club
  • Café
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Scholarships
  • Vocational apprenticeships