About Us

K92 Mining Limited are the owners the high-grade Kainantu Gold Mine in Eastern Highlands Province. Since commencing operations in 2016, we have delivered consistent production growth. More importantly, we have contributed significantly to the economy of Papua New Guinea, more than 90% of our employees and contractors are from PNG and our local education and skills development initiatives which include scholarships, traineeships and adult literacy programs continue to bring significant benefit the communities in which we operate. 

We are now transforming the operation with a new 1.2 mtpa process plant as well as extensive construction and expansion across site that will see us triple the output from our mine by 2027. In addition to our ongoing production success, we have an extensive exploration programme across our highly prospective tenement, making K92 a great place to build a long-term career.

Position Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to support the site wide Electrical Infrastructure Network, which includes Permanent Power Station, Temporary Power Station, Kumian Camp Substations, 800L Portal Power Distribution Systems and associated controls.

Your role as a Senior Specialist/Senior Electrical Engineer shall provide engineering leadership to the Generation & Distribution Network. Your support will assist the business in achieving project objectives and deliver on its Asset Management Policy. Additionally, you'll support the Asset Management team to deliver the best outcome for the range of developing and existing energy generation assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all statutory electrical inspections and works are carried out on the plant site surface electrical equipment safely.
• Oversee, carry out engineering studies, estimates, prepare technical drawings, P&IDs, E&I Schematics/SLDs, and specifications of electrical and control systems, procurement, and ensure installation conform to standards, project requirements, and safe operational requirements.
• Oversee, review and audit regulatory compliance.
• Assist with diagnosing electrical defects or hazards on systems, plant, and equipment, and identify adjustments, repair timely, and drive team to take key learnings.
• Oversee reliability and maintenance of alarms, safety devices, and emergency electrical systems onsite.
• Conduct mandatory 274 inspections.
• Develop procedures and technical documentation regarding safe, reliable, and efficient operations and maintenance of power generation equipment.
• Ensure health and safety, and environmental performance meets or exceeds company and regulatory requirements.

Qualification, Skills & Experience

This role is ideally suited to someone who has substantial electrical engineering experience with low and high voltage equipment

• Degree or equivalent tertiary qualifications in Electrical engineering and related discipline.
• Relevant work experience in similar roles in power generation and distribution.
• Power station or construction experience for large generation facilities is desired
• Knowledge in the maintenance of HV Equipment, electrical, electronic, and instrumental equipment commonly installed Power Stations
• Experience with CMMS Pronto platforms is well regarded.
• Experience in Asset Management through Asset Management Procedures and Programs
• Initiative-taking with the ability to work under pressure and autonomously.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Strong active listening & interpersonal skills for rapport building, conflict resolution & training.

Why Join Us?

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.

We believe in sharing our success with our employees. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer participation in long- and short-term incentive plans and a friendly work roster.  If you share our values and are looking for your next career step, come join us on this exciting journey.