Engineer - Geotechnical

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 role forms part of the site Mine Technical Services team and its purpose is to provide Geotechnical Engineering support and advice to the Mining Operations team, whilst contributing to the production of safe workable realistic mining and project schedules in a timely manner

Key Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Input and review of designs and schedules to enable the delivery of safe, quality designs and sustainable production schedules which support the mine production team to achieve the company’s production targets.
• Ensure that all assigned technical projects are progressed in a timely manner. Optimize operational mining efficiency, maintaining cost control and maximizing production.
• Ensure that effective systems are implemented to enable the execution and compliance monitoring of the Ground Control Management Plan.
• Prepare regular Operational Plans and reports (e.g., weekly, monthly and quarterly) detailing Ground support status and requirements for the Underground workings, Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) and haul road from portal to plant.
• Establish a high-performance culture by motivating team members to achieve a high level of performance and by rewarding and recognising high performance.
• Ensure effective processes are in place for communicating relevant information, including company, site, department, and team performance, to all team members.
• Direct and train employees on the Geotechnical SOP.
• Continuously mentor and coach geotechnical technicians on effective sampling, core processing techniques.
• Actively review the work performance of geotechnical engineers and provide feedback to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer including the talent and succession planning for designated key roles.
• Actively promotes a safe and healthy culture.
• Demonstrates personal responsibility for own health and safety whilst setting clear expectations of relevant legal obligations, safe workplace practices and HSE operating practices to others, holding them accountable for their actions.
• Perform general housekeeping within and around responsible work area.
• Ensure drilling and sampling is conducted by competent technicians in a safe manner and in accordance with established procedures.

About You

To be considered for this position, candidates must have a degree or equivalent tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical, Civil or Mining Engineering from a recognised University. Candidates with a Geology degree are also welcome to apply. Additionally, candidates should also (ideally) be able to demonstrate some or all of the following:

• 2+ years relevant work experience in similar roles in mining operations.
• Experience with 3D models and use of AutoCAD, Surpac, Deswik and related software essential.
• Sound planning, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Initiative-taking with the ability to work under pressure and autonomously.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.

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.

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