Globe 24-7 in partnership with Newcrest Mining, is working together to source experienced and qualified talent to join their Mining Team at their Lihir Gold Operations (LGO).

The Company

Newcrest is one of the world's largest gold mining companies. As a global business, they aim to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

At Newcrest, they hold core values that focus on caring about people, working together and achieving a high-performance culture through innovation and problem-solving.

The Role

We are seeking a Superintendent Fleet Services for a residential position at Lihir Gold Limited in Papua New Guinea. Reporting to the Manager - Fleet Services you will take ownership of the department consisting of Light Vehicle Maintenance, Ancillary Maintenance and Fabrication workshops. You will have significant exposure in leading teams and previous experience developing a driven, collaborative and inspiring teams.

Production Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with fleet maintenance strategies and statutory requirements.
• Approval and monitoring of weekly maintenance schedules ensuring capacity planning and schedule compliance objectives are achieved.
• Conduct workplace inspections on a regular basis seeking Safety, Quality and Efficiency improvement opportunities.
• Management of full lift cycle of assets including capital funding process, procurement and disposal of assets.
• Management of outsourced work to ensure minimal variation on agreed quality, duration and costs.
• Manage the contracted vendors to ensure regular reporting against and compliance to KPI's.

Cost Accountabilities

• Actively participates in operational and capital budget development
• Delivers work within approved budget managing any variances in accordance with escalation process.
• Actively seeks cost reduction opportunities.

Technical Accountabilities

• Work in accordance with PNG Mine Safety Act, Newcrest Safety System, Safety Policies and Procedures and Newcrest Environment policies and all departmental operating procedures.
• Ability to negotiate commercial terms with diverse stakeholders (essential)
• Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to apply system improvements for efficiency gains

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• 5 years relevant work experience essential in managing vendor contracts preferably within a mining environment or related industry.
• Trade qualification or equal
• Diploma or certificate in business management (desirable)
• Proficient in English with excellent verbal, written communication and public speaking skills
• Computer proficiency in MS Office suite including MS Word & Excel.
• Sound planning, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously.
• High attention to detail with good time management skills.
• Strong active listening & interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience with SAP

Mobilisation Requirements:

• This is a Residential role at Lihir Gold Limited, 5 days on 2 days off roster
• Ability to provide/obtain valid PNG national police clearance
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment

The Rewards

This position gives you the opportunity to be a part of one of the world's largest and most technically challenging gold deposits across Australasia. Technology wise, Newcrest is on the forefront of many innovations and data work so you will gain great exposure to new cutting-edge maintenance equipment and software systems enabling you to further develop your skills. Lihir Gold Limited exhibits a fantastic working environment and the people you work alongside are motivated and dedicated. It's a culturally enriching experience where you can develop long lasting relationships in the industry.

Contact Us

Newcrest's commitment to diversity and inclusion respects both the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.

If you share these values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the advertised application closing date, preferably as a Microsoft Word document.