About us

K92 Mining Limited operates the Kainantu Gold Mine in the Eastern Highlands Province. Since we launched in 2016, we've grown gold production every year, boosting Papua New Guinea's economy. We take pride in supporting your communities, with nearly 94% of our team members being fellow PNG locals.

Looking ahead, we will significantly increase our gold production in the next three years. This expansion means that K92 is a place for building a stable career, contributing to the community, and being a key part of our success.

About the role

The Senior Project Engineer will be instrumental in delivering the Stage 3 mine expansion at the Kainantu operation. The successful incumbent will manage the technical aspects of the project, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and to design/geotechnical standards.

Key / Major Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Make appropriate decisions in line with best work practices and K92 Mining values.
• Responsible for project design, developing scope of works, work schedule and QA/QC.
• Provide timely and accurate departmental reporting to stakeholders. Oversee and maintain all civil, mechanical and electrical documentation and records. These include equipment specifications, data sheets, as-build drawings, scope of works, change of management, and report writing.
• Carry out engineering study, estimates, prepare technical drawings, P&IDs, E&I Schematics/SLDs, and specifications, procurement, and ensure installation conform to approved standards, project requirements, and safe operational requirements.
• Support the Project Managers and Superintendents to develop and implement effective project controls to support the performance monitoring of projects including.
• Deliver work within approved budget managing any variances in accordance with escalation process.
• Ensure project activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company standards and must be able to oversee, review and audit regulatory compliance.
• Drive and influence proactive safety behaviours within workgroups through visible leadership.
• Manage processes for identifying and evaluating risks or opportunities as part of the project planning process.

About You

To be considered for this position, you should have a degree or equivalent tertiary qualifications in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University and must have 10 years minimum work experience relevant to the role desirably in a mining operation. You must also be a Registered Engineer and be a Member of the Institute of Engineers PNG or eligible for registration within 6 months. In addition to this, the candidate should also be able to demonstrate some of the following:

• Strong operational background with demonstrated ability to bring projects to completion on time and on budget.
• Proficiency in MS Projects preferable with a high level of computer skills with standard Microsoft office programs.
• Experience with 3D models and use of AutoCAD, Surpac, Deswik and related software essential.
• Initiative-taking with the ability to work under pressure and autonomously.

Life at K92 

Our core values — Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety — are central to our operations and fundamental to our success. K92 upholds a commitment to equal opportunity, striving to ensure that every individual can reach their highest potential without experiencing discrimination.

Our camp is well managed and provides residents with good, healthy meals made from locally sourced fresh produce as well as internet, cable tv and a gymnasium.

We believe in sharing our success with our employees. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer participation in long- and short-term incentive plans. We also offer savings programs, medical assistance, as well as access to our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster. 

If you share our values and are looking for your next career step, come join us on this exciting journey. Submit your application through our website today.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO LIVE & WORK IN PNG WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP