Job Type: Permanent

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

Joining our Environmental Team, the potable water treatment plant operator is responsible for the safe treatment, monitoring, and maintenance of potable water systems to ensure water supplied to site personnel meets health, safety, and environmental compliance requirements. The role focuses on chlorine dosing, water tank maintenance, accurate record keeping, and routine inspections in accordance with K92’s site procedures and regulatory standards.

Key Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Carry out chlorine dosing of potable water systems in accordance with approved procedures and dosing schedules.
• Measure and adjust chlorine residual levels to maintain potable water quality standards.
• Safely handle, store, and use chlorine and related water treatment chemicals.
• Routine checks on filters and report issues to Environment officers or Site Services.
• Adjust chemical dosing rates to maintain water quality parameters.
• Maintain daily potable water dosing records, including chlorine concentrations, volumes treated, dates, and locations.
• Complete water treatment logbooks, checklists, and inspection forms accurately and on time.
• Report abnormal results, equipment faults, or potential contamination risks immediately to supervisors.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain potable water tanks, including lids, vents, overflows, and inlet/outlet pipes.
• Ensure tanks are secure, hygienic, and free from contamination risks.
• Assist with flushing, draining, and refilling of water tanks as required.
• Follow site HSE procedures, including PPE use and chemical handling requirements.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with potable water guidelines, permit conditions, and environmental standards.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and environmental awareness programs.
• Assist Environmental Officers with water sampling (if required).
• Support audits, inspections, and site monitoring activities related to water management.
• Perform general environmental field duties as directed.

About You

Candidates should be have a minimum Grade 10 as well the following skills and experience

• Experience working in field-based or operational roles (environmental, utilities, camp services, or similar).
• Basic understanding of water hygiene and chemical handling.
• Previous experience in potable water treatment or chlorine dosing.
• First Aid and Chemical Handling training.
• Experience working on a mine site or remote location
• Ability to follow procedures and dosing instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Physically fit and able to work in field conditions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• The ability to work well in a team environment with a strong focus on performance and deliverables.

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