Auto Electrical Technician

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Workplace Type: Onsite </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.</span></p><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></div><p> </p> <div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Purpose</H5> </div><div><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">As an experienced Auto Electrical Technician supporting the Truckshop team, you will provide technical auto sparkie skills, leadership, and mentoring in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of electrical and electronic systems across Newmont's mobile fleet, with a primary focus on CAT 785D, 777F, and 773D haul trucks.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Your role is critical in improving equipment reliability, availability, and maintenance quality while developing the capability of your core worker and apprentices. You will act as the technical authority for auto electrical systems, providing hands-on support, coaching, and guidance to ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and to OEM standards.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Working in a demanding mining environment, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives, strengthen workforce capability, and contribute directly to Newmont's operational excellence objectives.</span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Essential Duties</H5> </div><div><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Provide technical expertise and support for mobile fleet auto electrical systems across haul trucks and ancillary equipment.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Lead complex fault-finding and diagnostic activities to identify and resolve electrical and electronic system failures.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Troubleshoot, repair and optimise a wide range of systems, including:</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Wiring harnesses</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Electronic Control Modules (ECMs)</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Sensors and switches</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Starting and charging systems</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Lighting systems</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Telematics and fleet management systems</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Product Link Elite (PLE)</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Health Monitoring Systems (HIMS)</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Collision avoidance systems</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Camera systems</span><br /><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Communication equipment</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Ensure all maintenance and repair activities are completed in accordance with OEM specifications and Newmont maintenance standards.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Provide technical guidance during planned maintenance, major component replacements and breakdown repairs.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Monitor equipment performance and proactively identify reliability risks and improvement opportunities.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by providing practical solutions to reduce downtime and improve fleet reliability.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Coach, mentor and support the development of Auto Electricians, Technicians and Apprentices, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Champion Newmont's Safety Values and Critical Control Management standards in all aspects of work.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Lead by example in hazard identification, risk assessment, incident prevention and safe work practices.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Ensure compliance with site safety procedures, isolation requirements, statutory obligations and environmental standards.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Promote a strong safety culture by intervening when unsafe behaviours or conditions are identified.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Training & Experience</H5> </div><div><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Recognised NATTB Trade Qualification in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Current and valid driver's licence (PNG Class or ability to obtain).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Strong understanding of heavy mobile equipment electrical systems.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Demonstrated capability in advanced electrical diagnostics and fault-finding.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Extensive experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing heavy mining equipment electrical systems.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Significant experience working on CAT 785D, 777F, and 773D haul trucks or equivalent mining equipment.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Strong knowledge of Caterpillar electronic control systems and diagnostics.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Experience using Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET), SIS, and other OEM diagnostic software.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring technicians in a mining environment.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Caterpillar ET and SIS utilisation</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Wiring harness diagnosis and repair</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Electrical schematic interpretation</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Contribution to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">· </span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Working Conditions</H5> </div><div><p><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This role is offered on a 28:14 Day / Night Fly in, Fly out (FIFO) roster to Lihir Island, PNG from our approved POH. </span></p></div></div></div> <div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.​</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:black">Learn more about our purpose and values:</span> <a href="https://www.newmont.com/company/about-us/default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">About Newmont</a>​</span><br><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:black">Hear from our people:</span> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NewmontCorporation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Life at Newmont</a>​</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Important: Newmont does not ask candidates to pay money or share sensitive personal data outside our secure application process. If this happens, please report it to our Business Integrity team: [email protected].</span></p></div><p style="text-align:start"> </p>