3 Supervisory Roles Jobs in Papua New Guinea

Simberi Gold Company Limited forms part of the St Barbara Group. Our Simberi Operations consists of an open cut mine on the northernmost island in the Tabar group of islands in the province of New Ireland in Papua New Guinea. Our vision is to grow sustainably and create enduring, positive impacts for the people and communities touched by our operations.

Now is an exciting time for our business and for our people. We're going through a period of significant change and are gaining momentum in transforming our business. We're looking for people who are ready to grow through opportunity and build a bright future with us.

We are currently seeking a Mining Supervisor to join our Mining team on a permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 21/14 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Buka, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins, Wewak, Vanimo, or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Mining Coordinator, this position is responsible to Lead and manage the mining team ensuring safe production and achievement of production targets.

The opportunity

Technical Accountabilities

• Contributing to ensuring the health and safety of all personnel in the Mining Department.
• Providing leadership and Supervision of the Mining team.
• Coaching and mentoring of mining Personal.
• Providing improvements to safe production performance.
• Meeting Mining production targets.
• Ensuring all crew members are aware of their specific shift targets.
• Ensuring the Mining Department is compliant with Critical Risk Audit.
• Ensuring operation of equipment as required in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Supervising daily open pit mining and training activities with the efficient utilisation of equipment and personnel.
• Performing daily safety and maintenance checks as required.
• Monitoring and maintaining compliance with Company safe operating procedures.
• Communicating Company Policies to Mine employees.
• Communicating employee concerns to Senior Management.
• Providing employees with advice and leadership on personal matters.
• Recommending improvements to safe operating procedures.
• Assisting with Accident Investigations and incidents and be familiar with formulating written accident reports.
• Participating and promote Safety activities and inspections.
• Delegating daily work tasks and record performance.
• Assigning daily work tasks and record performance.

Scheduling Accountabilities

• Coaching and mentoring of operational and technical teams regarding task and priority scheduling to optimise efficiency.
• Ensuring that the Mining Department develops and uses effective plans that derive from and support the Company and site plans.

People Accountabilities

• Ensuring own performance meets all role requirements.
• Building and developing an effective Mining Department by providing recommendations on individuals and teams for training and development.

Are you ready to come and build your future with us?

We need the best people. People who have drive, energy and are genuinely passionate about the work they do and provide a positive impact. Additionally, we need people who see a challenge as an opportunity for growth and value working with others towards a common goal.

We would love to hear from you if you have:

Essential

• Behavior consistent with St Barbara's Values
• At least 10 years' relevant experience in open Pit Mining as an operator of multiple equipment types
• Strong ability to work effectively within a team
• Strong communication skills, including communicating with people from different backgrounds and cultures
• Ability to work to tight deadlines on multiple tasks
• High level of enthusiasm for the work with high-performance goals
• Commercial acumen relevant to the role

Desirable

• Relevant resources industry work experience

For further information on the Simberi Operations and to apply for this role, please visit:

https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/3CY6Q

Closing date: Saturday, 25th of July 2026 at close of business.

Please submit your Applications, CVs, and Supporting documents (all merged in one PDF document

At Simberi Gold Company Limited, we're committed to finding the best fit for every role. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration, regardless of their race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

• Published on 11 Jul 2026, 11:16 PM