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Newmont

Global gold and copper mining operator

Technician Dogging/Rigging - Rigger & Dogger

General Maintenance & RepairConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLihir Island, New Ireland Province, Papua New GuineaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Intermediate to advanced rigging and dogman competency is essential.
  • Prior work experience is required, preferably within heavy industry and ideally in a mining environment.
  • Demonstrated experience performing rigging and dogman activities across fixed and mobile plant equipment and infrastructure.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously when required.
  • High attention to detail, supported by effective time management and task prioritisation skills.
  • Active listening and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across work groups.
  • Minimum Grade 10 education or equivalent is essential.
  • A Papua New Guinea National Driver’s License is essential.
  • Work in accordance with the Papua New Guinea Mine Safety Act, Newmont standards, safety policies and procedures, environmental policies, and relevant departmental operating procedures.
  • Sound knowledge of rigging and dogman activities, including experience supporting mobile crane operations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform rigging and dogman activities in the field on fixed and mobile plant equipment, structures, and processing facility components.
  • Communicate with supervisors, crane operators, and other work groups about day-to-day technical issues by providing timely updates, seeking input where required, and supporting maintenance priorities.
  • Escalate issues, delays, or constraints that may affect the safe or timely execution of assigned tasks.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance inspections on plant equipment and rigging gear as directed, in accordance with site procedures.
  • Maintain the rigging shed, tools, and equipment within the area of responsibility in a safe and serviceable condition.
  • Apply skills and experience to tasks and support the development of others through knowledge sharing and on-the-job guidance.

About the Company

Newmont

Global gold and copper mining operator

Newmont is a global mining company that extracts and processes gold and copper, with silver and other metals also produced. It discovers, develops, and operates mines, then processes and sells the metals, while integrating environmental and social planning to gain approvals and maintain social acceptance. It differentiates itself through its large global scale, diversified metal portfolio including the Newcrest acquisition, and a strong focus on sustainable practices and stakeholder engagement. Its goal is to grow its metal assets responsibly while ensuring safety, environmental stewardship, and a social license to operate across its worldwide operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Founded
1916

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