Senior Specialist, Trainer – Processing

About Us

New Porgera Limited (NPL) is a leading mining company dedicated to sustainable practices and community engagement in Papua New Guinea. As the operator of the Porgera Gold Mine, we focus on extracting high-quality mineral resources while prioritizing the well-being of our employees, the environment, and the local communities. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and responsible mining ensures that we not only contribute to the economy but also support the development and prosperity of the regions we operate in. At NPL, we strive to create a positive impact, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and promoting sustainable growth for future generations.

The New Porgera Limited now has a vacancy for a qualified and experienced individual as Senior Specialist, Trainer – Processing                                                               

About the role

Reporting to the Alternate Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the national trainees and operators are trained in accordance with the processing department safety and training procedures incorporating a Competency Based Testing (CBT) systems that meets NPL standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out training and assessment for the processing department workforce in a safe and efficient manner. 

In this role, you will:

Develop and deliver in house CBT programs for all levels of processing department personnel Conduct specific area inductions for personnel into the processing department specific sections/areas Conduct training sessions on safety procedures, equipment operation, and basic troubleshooting and maintenance  Maintain accurate records for in-house training programs within the processing department Assess training needs and create customized training plans  Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs periodically and review training manuals to accommodate current practices and procedures  Maintain accurate training records and documentation and report on all training programs being developed, delivered and assessed.  Provide ongoing support and mentorship to plant personnel on the job  Assist department leadership with the annual KPI setting and performance reviews for plant personnel  List resources required to implement training programs for submission to the Alternate Manager  Promote sections of the PNG Mining (Safety) Act, highlighting sections 274, 281 & 45 Train the National personnel in safety, environmental, plant operations, troubleshooting and methodology to apply corrective actions Contribute in site safety meetings and site training meetings  Maintain a high level of health, safety and environmental awareness and comply with all relevant PJV policies & procedures. 

About You

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experiences:

Grade 12 and ideally, formal training qualifications or a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment (or equivalent) At least a minimum of 5 years process plant experience and preferably 3 years as a trainer Proven record of experience in adult training and development  Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies and procedures, operating instructions and SOPs and translating them into training materials  Able to competently operate all, or most of the equipment used within the areas of the processing department Excellent communication and presentation skills Total commitment to the training of PNG National citizens Computer literacy and competent in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint Commitment to safety, environment and continuous improvement  Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate data collection and analysis Working knowledge of an LMS or some form of training data software Knowledge of specific industry standards and regulations (e.g. ISO standards).

Mobilization Requirement 

In return, you will be joining a world-class mining operation with the opportunity to impact the development and upskilling of our predominantly local workforce, combined with a team keen to learn and absorb knowledge. This offers a unique opportunity to further shape the department and improve NPL’s social performance and people knowledge. 

You will be joining an operation that values safety and lead a team towards best-in-class safety practices whilst contributing to the development of a highly capable national workforce, making a lasting impact on the industry.

This role is offered on a FIFO basis with a 21/14 roster and a highly competitive remuneration package.

Closing Date: 4th August 2025

DUE TO HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATION, WE WILL ONLY CONTACT SHORTLISTED CANDIDATE