Technician-Dogging Required In Newmont Mining, Australia

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Lihir

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.

Purpose

Our Lihir operation in Fixed Plant Maintenance, Crane Services and Rigging team is now recruiting for the role of Technician – Dogging. Reporting to the Supervisor – Cranes and Rigging, the successful candidate will be responsible for directing the movements of loads handled by cranes when the crane operator may be unable to see the load or its destination.

The role will have the following responsibilities but are not limited to:

• During the lift you are focused on assisting the crane operator in the safe movement of the crane to achieve the task
• Ensuring the load is rigged safely, that slings, chains, or wires are in date, and remain within the working load limit throughout the lift, that all clutches are connected correctly, that lifting points are suitable and that the load is moved in a safe manner
• Responsible for the safe rigging of the load and directing the lifting and placing operations by the crane
• Responsible for determining the weight and applying suitable slinging techniques to lift a load and inspecting lifting gear to ensure it is fit and safe to use
• Responsible for communicating with the crane operator and directing them when moving a load
• Demonstrates personal responsibility for own health and safety and develops an understanding of the legal requirements, HSE standards and standard operating procedures relevant to direct work area
• Works following PNG Mine Safety Act, Newcrest Safety System, Safety Policies and Procedures and Newcrest Environment policies and all departmental operating procedures

Experience & Skillset

• 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in large-scale mining operations or heavy industry
• A minimum certification in rigging or dogging from a recognized training centre or school in PNG
• A strong safety record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong public speaking abilities
• Strong planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, capable of working under pressure and independently
• Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines
• Strong active listening and interpersonal skills, useful for building rapport, resolving conflicts, and conducting training

Working Conditions

• Must be open to FIFO in PNG
• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical assessment
• Must have proof of a completed Police Clearance within the last six months

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, our Lihir team – 90% of which are Papua New Guinean – is dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment where meaningful, long-term connections can be formed within the industry.