About this role
Workplace Type: Onsite 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. 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. Your Impact At Newmont, safe, reliable infrastructure is critical to connecting our people, communities, and operations. As our Advisor, Road Maintenance, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving Lihir's external road network, drainage systems, and supporting civil infrastructure. Working at the heart of a world-class mining operation, you'll oversee contractor performance, coordinate maintenance and improvement projects, and help ensure road infrastructure remains safe, compliant, and operationally effective. This role offers the opportunity to influence site performance, strengthen community connections, and contribute to ongoing improvements that support the success of our business.
As part of our team, you will
• Lead and coordinate road maintenance, drainage, civil works, and infrastructure improvement activities across the Lihir operation. • Manage and support contractors to deliver safe, high-quality, and cost-effective outcomes. • Drive a strong safety culture through visible leadership, risk management, inspections, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Develop and execute maintenance and project plans that ensure road networks are maintained to required standards. • Monitor operational performance, analyse data, and identify opportunities to improve productivity, reliability, and cost efficiency. • Collaborate with operational, technical, maintenance, and community stakeholders to achieve shared business outcomes. • Support a diverse workforce and contribute positively to team culture, contractor engagement, and site performance. • Contribute to key infrastructure initiatives, including drainage upgrades and civil improvement projects across site.
Prerequisites for your success in this role We are looking for a practical and collaborative road maintenance professional who enjoys balancing operational delivery with stakeholder engagement. To be successful, you will bring: • Experience in road maintenance, civil construction, infrastructure management, mining operations, or a related environment. • Demonstrated experience managing contractors and coordinating multiple work activities. • Knowledge of road construction, maintenance practices, drainage systems, and civil infrastructure. • Strong planning, project coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. • A qualification in Civil Engineering or a relatedrelated trade, technical, or civil discipline. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered. • Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with exposure to AutoCAD or similar design software highly regarded. • A commitment to safety leadership, continuous improvement, and building positive working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. [ • Experience working in remote, heavy industry, mining, construction, or infrastructure environments will be advantageous.
Your work environment This role is offered on a 21:21 Fly-in, Fly-out (FIFO) roster to Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea. Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp environment, with ensuite, air-conditioned accommodation equipped with a mini fridge, television and Wi-Fi. A variety of nutritious meal options are available through the on-site catering facilities, while recreational and social amenities provide opportunities to relax and connect with colleagues while on roster. Lihir is one of the world's leading gold operations and offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic and diverse environment. You'll partner with contractors, operations teams, technical specialists, community stakeholders, and other site leaders to deliver essential infrastructure outcomes that support both production and community engagement activities. No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while working alongside experienced professionals who value collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.
Why join Newmont Lihir is one of the world's largest producing gold mines and one of Newmont's most significant operations. Working at Lihir means joining a high-performing team committed to safety, operational excellence and delivering sustainable value for our people, communities and business. Eligible employees may benefit from: • Competitive salary and annual performance incentive opportunities. • Company-funded FIFO travel and modern camp accommodation. • Access to health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs. • Ongoing learning, technical development and leadership training opportunities. • Exposure to large-scale mining operations and industry-leading technologies. • Career opportunities across Newmont's Australian, Papua New Guinean and global operations. • Access to a diverse range of on-site recreational, dining and wellbeing facilities. • The opportunity to be part of a workplace where safety, inclusion and growth are at the centre of everything we do. Submit your application through our website quoting reference number 44386 before the advertised closing date: 15 September 2026.
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.
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