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

This position is part of a team responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the mine power supply and distribution system for all electrical equipment on the mine and exploration sites in Kainantu.  In addition, this position will also play and important role in the training of trades assistants.

Key / Major Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Inspect, isolate, and repair electrical malfunctions using various hand and power tools.
• Ensure that alarms and emergency electrical systems onsite are always operational.
• Direct and train subordinates to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and machines.
• Ensure and maintain safe work standards and practices in accordance with mine safety regulations for all tasks performed.

About You

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you are a NATTB certified electrician, with PPL certification and demonstrated experience within a mining / minerals processing environment. In addition to this, you will have some or all the following.

• Experience in installation and maintenance of power distribution systems, transformer installations, motor control Centre’s, LV and HV transfers and starters. 
• The ability to fault find and develop appropriate solution in order to ensure the equipment availability is high.
• Maintain current electrician’s license to meet government regulations.
• Ability to train maintenance personnel in all aspects of their trade – particularly in diagnosis and fault finding, quality control, thoroughness and record keeping.
• Must be a self-starter, and very resourceful, with the ability to find solutions to problems to ensure the equipment availability is high.
• Good health physical ability is a prerequisite, as is the ability to live in a remote environment with limited facilities.
• Flexible, adaptable and be a team player.

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