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 As a Technician Mechanical, you'll play an important role in keeping our operations running safely and efficiently.
Through inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, you'll help maximise equipment reliability and availability while contributing to a proactive maintenance culture that supports continuous plant performance. Essential Duties · Perform mechanical inspections and identify potential issues before they impact operations. · Diagnose and repair mechanical equipment to minimise downtime and restore performance.
· Carry out maintenance activities safely and in line with site standards and procedures. · Monitor equipment condition and performance to identify early signs of failure. · Assist with the calibration and testing of mechanical components and systems. · Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, and work documentation. · Support spare parts management by helping track critical component usage and availability.
· Identify and report mechanical defects, risks, and improvement opportunities. · Work closely with colleagues and supervisors to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance outcomes. · Champion a strong safety culture and actively contribute to achieving zero harm. --- Training & Experience Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance within mining, processing, heavy industry, or a similar operational environment.
· Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding capability. · Understanding of preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices. · Experience maintaining detailed maintenance records and equipment history documentation. · Knowledge of asset management principles and equipment reliability practices. · Sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements in an operational environment.
· Ability to interpret technical information and follow maintenance procedures. · Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across disciplines. · High attention to detail