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.
Purpose
We are seeking an Engineer Planning to join our Technical Services team at Lihir, one of the world's largest gold mining operations.
Reporting to the Superintendent Mine Planning, you will provide technical engineering support across mine planning, closure planning and project development activities. Working closely with Mining, Environment, Closure and Technical Services teams, you will develop practical engineering solutions that support safe, efficient and sustainable operational outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional who enjoys solving complex problems, working across multiple disciplines and contributing to long-term mine planning and closure strategies.
Essential Duties
- Degree qualification in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in mine planning, technical services, project engineering, engineering studies or closure planning.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and planning capability.
- Ability to interpret technical information and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Experience preparing technical reports, plans and engineering documentation.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Open pit mining experience.
- Mine closure, rehabilitation or environmental planning experience.
- Exposure to tailings, water management or environmental engineering projects.
- Project management experience.
- Familiarity with mine planning, scheduling or engineering software.
Training & Experience
- Open pit mining experience.
- Mine closure, rehabilitation or environmental planning experience.
- Exposure to tailings, water management or environmental engineering projects.
- Project management experience.
- Familiarity with mine planning, scheduling or engineering software.
Working Conditions
Roster
The role will be performed at site on a 21-day on, 21-day off roster.
Working Conditions
- Fly-In, Fly-Out (FIFO) role located at Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea.
- Dynamic operational mining environment with regular interaction across Operations, Maintenance and Technical Services teams.
- Occasional requirement to work outside standard hours to support operational priorities and business nee
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
Hear from our people: Life at Newmont
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].
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