Technician, Process @ Newmont

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.

Tanami is one of Australia's most remote and significant underground gold mines, located deep in the Tanami Desert of the Northern Territory. Operating on a fly-in, fly-out roster, Tanami offers the opportunity to work at a world-class operation supported by modern infrastructure and a highly skilled workforce.

The remote location fosters a strong sense of teamwork, resilience and camaraderie, with safety and mutual respect at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our longstanding partnership with the Warlpiri people and our commitment to creating positive outcomes for the communities where we operate. Working at Tanami means tackling unique challenges, developing valuable skills and being part of a team committed to responsible mining, continuous improvement and shaping the future of the operation.

Your Impact

Reporting to the Process Supervisor, you will safely operate, monitor and optimise processing plant equipment to achieve production, recovery and reliability targets. Working within a high-performing operational team, you will identify opportunities to improve plant performance while maintaining Newmont's commitment to safety, environmental stewardship and operational excellence.

As a Process Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the safe, efficient and reliable operation of Newmont Tanami's gold processing plant. You will be responsible for operating, monitoring and maintaining processing equipment and associated infrastructure to maximise plant performance, optimise gold recovery and support production objective

As part of our team, you will

• Safely operate and monitor processing plant equipment across crushing, grinding, thickening, leaching, adsorption, water treatment and associated processing circuits.
• Monitor plant performance through field inspections, SCADA systems and operational reporting, identifying and responding to changing operating conditions.
• Conduct routine inspections, equipment checks, sampling and process adjustments to optimise plant performance and support production and recovery targets.
• Support plant maintenance, shutdowns, start-ups and commissioning activities, including equipment preparation, isolation and permit-to-work requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot operational issues, escalating equipment defects and implementing corrective actions within authorised competencies.
• Maintain accurate operational records, uphold safety and environmental standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the processing operation.

Prerequisites for your success in this role

• Previous experience in mineral processing operations or a related heavy industrial environment, with a sound understanding of processing equipment and systems.
• Experience operating and monitoring processing circuits, including SCADA or process control systems, will be highly regarded.
• Knowledge of permit-to-work systems, equipment isolation procedures, hazard identification and operational risk management.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and observational skills, with the ability to respond effectively to changing plant conditions.
• Good communication, teamwork and computer literacy skills, with experience using SAP, Enablon and Microsoft Office applications highly regarded.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental compliance and continuous improvement.
• Current Australian C Class Driver's Licence and the ability to meet site entry requirements.
• Confined Space and Senior First Aid qualifications will be highly regarded.
• Gold processing experience in CIP/CIL operations is advantageous.
• Experience with crushing, grinding, leaching, adsorption and gold room operations is desirable.
• Experience working within a remote FIFO mining environment will be highly regarded

Your Work Environment

• FIFO position based at The Granites Processing Operation, approximately 540km northwest of Alice Springs in the Tanami Desert, Northern Territory.
• Primarily operating on an 8/6 days/nights roster
• Work within a large-scale gold processing operation alongside experienced processing, maintenance and technical professionals.
• Reside in our fully equipped accommodation village with access to modern facilities and amenities.
• Approved point-of-hire locations include Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth and Brisbane.

Why Join Newmont

At Newmont, safety is our foundation and our people are at the heart of everything we do. You will be part of a high-performing team supporting a long-life operation with a strong future and significant growth opportunities.

We offer

• Competitive FIFO remuneration package.
• Structured rosters supporting work-life balance.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• A strong safety culture with established systems and support.
• Exposure to one of Australia's most significant gold mining operations.
• The opportunity to contribute to the future success of the Tanami operation

Join us and help deliver safe, gold processing operation that support Tanami’s future production.

We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont

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