Mechanical 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>Reporting to the Shift Supervisor Mechanical, the Technician, Mechanical plays a critical role in maintaining the reliability, availability and safe operation of Newmont Lihir's auxiliary mobile equipment fleet. This fleet includes CAT 992/988/966 loaders, CAT 18/24 graders, CAT 320/336/390 excavators and CAT D10/D11 dozers, which support loading, earthworks, road maintenance, dig face preparation, drainage activities and overall mine productivity. As part of a high-performing maintenance team, you will perform planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance activities, undertake diagnostics and fault finding, complete component change-outs and repairs, and ensure all work is carried out safely and to OEM standards. You will work closely with operations and maintenance personnel to maximise equipment availability and support the achievement of production targets. You will also support continuous improvement initiatives through technical problem solving, equipment reliability improvements, defect elimination activities and the application of best-practice maintenance techniques. Working in accordance with Newmont's Fatality Risk Management (FRM) standards and Work Management processes, you will contribute to achieving safe, reliable and efficient fleet performance. This position operates on a 28 days on / 14 days off rotating day and night shift roster and is open to Papua New Guinea Nationals only.</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><p>· Perform routine, planned and breakdown maintenance on auxiliary heavy mobile equipment.</p><p>· Conduct inspections, diagnostics and fault-finding activities.</p><p>· Execute component change-outs and repairs in accordance with OEM standards.</p><p>· Complete SAP notifications, work orders and maintenance records.</p><p>· Perform lubrication, fluid sampling and contamination control activities.</p><p>· Identify equipment defects and contribute to equipment reliability improvements.</p><p>· Support maintenance planning and scheduling activities through technical input and feedback.</p><p>· Maintain compliance with Newmont FRM standards, critical controls and site safety requirements.</p><p>· Work collaboratively with operations, planning and maintenance teams to maximise equipment availability.</p><p>· Support the development of apprentices and less experienced technicians through knowledge sharing and mentoring.</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'>Training & Experience</H5> </div><div><p>· Trade qualification in Heavy Equipment Fitting, Diesel Mechanics or equivalent.</p><p>· Demonstrated experience maintaining large-scale mining auxiliary equipment.</p><p>· Strong hydraulic, electrical, powertrain and mechanical diagnostic skills.</p><p>· Experience interpreting OEM manuals, schematics and technical documentation.</p><p>· Experience using SAP or other CMMS maintenance systems.</p><p>· Strong commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.</p><p>· Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.</p><p>· Current PNG Driver Licence.</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. 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