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.

About the role

As we expand our operation, we are seeking to add a Production Engineering Superintendent to our technical services team to lead our team of expat and national engineers, in this role you will provide support to the Mine Technical Services, and Mining Operations teams, with specific focus on mining and related infrastructure projects; whilst producing safe workable realistic mining and project schedules in a timely manner. You will also oversee all aspects related to mining production activities including: short term mine scheduling, ventilation, drill & blast, water management, raisebore management and corresponding reports.

Key / Major Accountabilities

• Ensure all aspects of mining operations design and planning comply with Company policy and statutory requirements including health and safety, environment, and agreement with landowners.
• Ensure that technical projects are progressed in a timely manner. Optimize operational mining efficiency, maintaining cost control and maximizing production.
• Develop and submit for approval operating mine design plans that are compatible with site targets and goals.
• Conceptual long to short range mine ventilation designs and simulation via Ventsim.
• Conceptual long to short range dewatering and water supply designs and simulation via Pumpsim.
• Provide advice to the operations on short to medium term strategic plan to meet the business targets.
• Mentor, train, and up-skill Graduates member of the MTS team.
• Project management of assigned underground mine infrastructure projects including: Primary & secondary ventilation fans (Fan stations), bulkheads and DBR’s, Primary and interim pump stations, Tele-remote setup plans, emergency escape ladderways procurement and installation, Ore-pass / waste-pass design
• Ensure projects are accurately scoped, budgeted, planned and progress efficiently.
• Collaborate with mine operational and engineering teams to ensure alignment with the mine schedule and plan.
• Monitor, manage and control costs, and ensure that all financial obligations such as Contractors Invoices are reconciled and approved in a timely manner.
• Report on project progress and provide understanding of any variations.
• Engage and manage suppliers and contractors to ensure safe and timely delivery of project plans.
• Identification of CAPEX and OPEX opportunities
• Maintain safe work standards and practices in accordance with government and company policy.
• Perform all roles and responsibilities that support and reflect the company’s mission and core values..

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Survey or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Minimum of 15-years of experience in the mining environment – underground mining experience is essential, narrow vein mining is highly advantageous.
• High level of computer skills with standard Microsoft office programs
• Experience with 3D models, Deswik and related software essential.
• Sound planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent trouble-shooting skills.
• Self-motivated 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 communication, rapport building, conflict resolution & training.
• Must provide frontline mentoring and supervision to engineers and support staff

Life at K92 

K92 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free from discrimination.  Our values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect for others, Excellence and Safety are at the core of everything we do, and they are the foundation upon which our success has been built.

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.

At K92, we want all employees to share in our success, so as well as a competitive salary, employees also participate in our long- and short-term incentive plans, we also provide employees with access to savings incentive programs, medical assistance and the option to salary sacrifice for certain expenses.

In addition to all of this, employees can also access our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster. 

TO COMPLY WITH PNG GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS ALL EXPATRIATE POSITIONS ARE OFFERED ON A FIXED TERM BASIS