Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Lihir
Our Lihir Operation, located on the beautiful island of Niolam, approximately 800km north of Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby, is one of the world’s largest gold mines. Set within a geothermically active, extinct volcanic crater, Lihir operates an open-pit mine producing refractory ore, which undergoes pressure oxidation and conventional leaching to recover gold. Our workforce includes both residential and commute rosters, creating a diverse and dynamic team. Lihir offers a range of recreational facilities, including a gym, sports club, restaurant, bar, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, and a 9-hole golf course. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Lihir fishing and boating clubs provide access to pristine waters and beaches, while our onsite deli and café serve fresh local and imported produce, barista-made coffee, and freshly baked goods.
We are proud to work closely with the local Lihirian community and value its vibrant culture. Through initiatives like our School to Mine program, we offer meaningful employment, training, and development opportunities for Lihirian men and women, as well as scholarships and vocational apprenticeships. We also partner with the New Ireland Province to ensure economic benefits flow directly to the community, strengthening our commitment to sustainable development and positive local impact.
Newmont Lihir Gold is proud to offer an exciting opportunity for skilled Papua New Guinean Crane Operators to be part of something bigger—right here at home.
In this role, you will play a vital part in safely operating cranes and lifting equipment to support mining, maintenance, and infrastructure projects across our world-class site. Your expertise will help keep our operations running smoothly and safely.
At Lihir, you’ll be more than just an operator—you’ll be a valued member of a diverse, hardworking team where safety, teamwork, and mutual respect are the foundation of everything we do. This is your chance to grow your career with one of the world’s leading gold mining companies, while contributing to the success of your community and country.
Essential Duties
Operate mobile and fixed cranes to lift, move, and position heavy equipment and materials.Conduct pre-start checks and routine maintenance on crane equipment.Collaborate with riggers, supervisors, and maintenance teams to ensure safe lifting operations.Maintain accurate records of lifting activities and equipment inspections.Adhere to site safety protocols, environmental standards, and operational procedures.
Training & Experience
Valid Crane Operator certification (PNG or internationally recognized).Minimum relevant years’ of work experience operating cranes in mining or heavy industrial environments.Familiarity with lifting plans, load charts, and safe rigging practices.Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.Ability to work in remote and challenging environments.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package.FIFO roster from Port Moresby or other designated locations.Accommodation and meals provided on site.Opportunities for career development and training.Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, our Lihir team – 90% of which are Papua New Guinean – is dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment where meaningful, long-term connections can be formed within the industry.
We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply before the advertised closing date of 17 August 2025, by qouting the role's reference number:39592 – we’d love to hear from you!