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Technician - Refrigeration

  • Eastern Highlands, Papua New Guinea
  • Permanent
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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

In this role you will install, maintain and repair, cooling and refrigeration systems on site as well as supervising trade assistants within the team.

Key / Major Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

  • Install, maintain, and repair heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems.
  • Heating, air conditioning and refrigeration and mechanics installer.
  • HVACR technicians – work on heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration systems that control the temperature and in quality in buildings.
  • Ventilate equipment and controls making sure they operate efficiently and continuously.
  • Perform regular maintenance work on cooling systems.
  • Diagnose electrical and mechanical defects and malfunctions.
  • Install, replace, or repair equipment that has been damaged.
  • Adjust and calibrate thermostatic controls.
  • Install new air-conditioning systems and equipment.
  • Clean blowers and coils, checks tensions of belts and motors.
  • Make plans and designs of new air-conditioning systems including their installation and maintenance.
  • Inspect and maintain refrigerators and ice machines and chilled water supply systems.
  • Willing to work in remote exploration camps if required.

About You

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you must have the following

  • Tradesman Certificate
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Knowledge and understanding of HVAC Systems and Methods, including Safety Standards and Protocols.
  • Sound knowledge in Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of Principles of air-conditioning unit repair & maintenance, including controls, MSDS sheets, safety practices and procedures and tools used.
  • Relevant work experience, 3 years or more, mine site experience preferred.
  • Able to work in places where they will be exposed to dust, fumes, noise, toxic materials and high voltage equipment.
  • Able to work in confined and hot spaces like ceilings, tight place.
  • Be certified and approved by the US Environment Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Understand the principles of air-conditioning unit repair and maintenance, including controls, MSDS sheets, safety practices and procedures and tools used.
  • Be able to read and interpret building regulations and codes pertaining to installing air-conditioning units.

 

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 

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