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Alternate Metallurgy Superintendent (Projects) (235303)

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Enga, Papua New Guinea

Mining, Oil and Gas

#23917

30th June 2025

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Alternate Metallurgy Superintendent (Projects) (235303)

Porgera, Enga, Papua New Guinea

Job Description

The New Porgera Limited now has a vacancy for a qualified and experienced individual as Alternate Metallurgy Superintendent (Projects) - 235303

About the role

The Alternate Superintendent Metallurgist – Projects supports the Superintendent in leading the planning, execution, and delivery of metallurgical and processing-related projects. This role ensures continuity and oversight in the Superintendent’s absence and is responsible for ensuring that metallurgical project activities align with operational goals, safety standards, and long-term business objectives.

In this role, you will;

  • Act as the Superintendent Metallurgist – Projects in their absence, ensuring continuity of leadership and project progress.
  • Support the planning and execution of metallurgical projects, including plant upgrades, process improvement initiatives, pilot testing, and commissioning.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, maintenance, and contractors) to deliver project milestones on time and within budget.
  • Provide technical input into process design, flow sheet development, and project scoping.
  • Lead Geometallurgy work for LOM expansions in collaboration with Geology team
  • Ensure Metallurgical laboratory is fully equipped for all testwork programs to be executed onsite
  • Monitor project KPIs, track progress, and report on performance metrics to stakeholders.
  • Manage metallurgical test work programs and interpret data to inform process decisions.
  • Ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.
  • Support risk assessments, HAZOPs, and change management processes.
  • Mentor junior metallurgists and contribute to knowledge transfer and skills development within the team.
  • Maintain strong stakeholder engagement with internal departments and external partners.
  • Maintain a high level of health, safety and environmental awareness and comply with all relevant NPL policies & procedures.

About You

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

  • Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in mineral processing, with a strong background in project management or major capital works.
  • Experience in managing or supporting metallurgical projects in a mining or processing environment.
  • Directly involved in driving and executing Geometallurgy work
  • Proficient in metallurgical process design, test work interpretation, and plant commissioning.
  • Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
  • Familiarity with project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar).
  • Demonstrated leadership ability with cross-functional project teams.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure in dynamic environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and budget

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: 14th July,2025

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COMPANY INFO

The Porgera Joint Venture owns and operates the Porgera Gold Mine, located in the Province of Enga in the Papua New Guinea Highlands. Barrick (Niugini) Limited, the manager of the mine, holds a 95 percent ...
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547 8153 or 547 8912

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