Metallurgist

About UsNew Porgera Limited (NPL) is a leading mining company dedicated to sustainable practices and community engagement in Papua New Guinea. As the operator of the Porgera Gold Mine, we focus on extracting high-quality mineral resources while prioritizing the well-being of our employees, the environment, and the local communities. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and responsible mining ensures that we not only contribute to the economy but also support the development and prosperity of the regions we operate in.

At NPL, we strive to create a positive impact, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and promoting sustainable growth for future generations.

About The RoleReporting to the Senior Metallurgist, the incumbent will be responsible for the application and monitoring of metallurgical systems in the Porgera process operation, including identification of optimization and improvement projects, providing technical guidance and mentoringKey ResponsibilitiesEnsure safe operation of the processing plant is achieved through control and optimization of the processing plant comprising of Crushing, Grinding, Floatation, Acid Pressure Oxidation (utilizing 4 autoclaves), Oxygen Plants, CIL (Carbon in Leach), CIP (Carbon in Pulp), Elution, Electrowinning, Gold room, Tailings Detoxification and other ancillaries included lime plant, paste plant and batch plantProviding technical training and guidance to the Metallurgy technicians and Operation teams to improve their knowledge and capability to operate the plant more efficiently and safely.

Ensure all daily met routine tasks and planned shutdown activities are completed as requiredCollecting and analysing information to assess plant performance statistics, process monitoring and control, statutory requirements, systems efficiencies, business improvement and change management initiatives and recommend for systems improvementsEnsuring accurate metallurgical accounting procedures, reagent consumption accounting and tracking, review and improve metallurgical reporting systemsLiaise with key stakeholders including operations, mining, geology, maintenance, etc to plan and forecast for production targets based on business requirementMaintain a high level of health and safety awareness and comply with the NPL Occupational Health & Safety Policy and all health and safety rules and procedures, Key RequirementsTo succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

Tertiary Qualifications in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering Minerals processing experience preferably in gold extraction and recovery, with minimum experience of 5 years at metallurgist level Ability to be a team player, working collaboratively with metallurgists across other areas of the plant and support with the team’s needs, priorities and challenges as and when neededGood communication skills and ability to interact with other departments as required to deliver on business plans and KPIsGood understanding with Metallurgical Accounting and reportingStrong skills to troubleshoot operational and metallurgical issues, find the root cause and provide timely solutions to ensure plant operates at its optimal performanceGood experience in production forecasting, cost management and budgetingDemonstrated experience in procurement of equipment, materials, consumables and reagent including knowledge of hazardous chemical storage and first aid certificationMembership of AusIMM, or SME, and/or IEPNG (desirable, not essential)Mobilization Requirement This position is open to PNG Citizens OnlyRotation of 21 days on and 14 days off Must successfully pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening.

(This will be arranged only for successful candidates who progress after the interview stage). Must Have an up-to-date Police Clearance Certificate (acquired within the last 6 months) Possess a PNG valid driver‘s licence – Desirable. Ability to foresee security inadequacies and implement plans to correct them. Be physically fit Application Closing Date: Friday 1st August 2025. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE.