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.
Purpose
Our Lihir operations NPI & OS Team is recruiting for the position of Supervisor - warehouse for a FIFO role based onsite.
Reporting directly to the Lead - Warehouse & Inventory, the incumbent ensures the secure operation of the warehouse while meeting end-user requirements for timely material availability. They are responsible for the safe and efficient receipt and storage of materials, adhering to all site policies and procedures.
Essential Duties
The role will have responsibility to:
- Supervise and provide direction to a team of warehouse personnel to maintain a safe and efficient warehousing service to meet the supply needs of the Company.
- Ensure compliance with high standards of occupational health, safety, and environment:
- Drive compliance with warehouse processes regarding remote logistics management.
- Ensure documented RLM receipts process is followed, including appropriate binning and entering details into SAP.
- Ensure timely receipt and binning of materials to satisfy business needs.
- Interact internally with peers and stakeholders to deliver work activities.
- Share accountability for team performance and ensure quality of tasks, services, and advice to Operations.
- Cultivate positive relationships through effective communication and provide constructive feedback to the Superintendent.
- Demonstrate commitment to site safety management systems and supply strategies, holding others accountable.
- Support development and succession plans by leading, coaching, and mentoring direct reports to build a high-performing team.
- Positively influence and shape the organizational culture to ensure a safe, sustainable, and disciplined approach to work.
- Support implementation of supply process improvements.
- Ensure warehouse housekeeping and activities are carried out to maintain an injury-free workplace.
Training & Experience
Ideally, our preferred applicant will have;
- A Minimum Grade 12 education.
- At least 5 years of experience in warehousing in a Mining industry.
- Strong supervisory skills, leading by example.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and complete tasks on time with minimal supervision.
- Behaviour consistent with Newmont values.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
- Good computer skills, proficient in MS programs and SAP.
- Well-developed interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated skill in using supply computing software.
- Knowledge of SAP (or similar), Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Skills in risk awareness and hazard identification.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of warehousing concepts and techniques.
The Requirement
- Must be available for FIFO to Lihir
- Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment.
- Must have proof of a completed Police Clearance within the last six months.
Our Commitment to You
Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp, in an en-suite and airconditioned room equipped with a mini fridge, TV and Wi-Fi. A variety of healthy meal options are catered for at our mess, and the wet mess provides a relaxed social setting where employees can unwind with a game of pool or darts.
We offer a range of recreational activities including our on-site gym and basketball court. Paid members can access the Lihir Club which has a swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, restaurant/bar area and deck with amazing Pacific Ocean views! Our café and deli are available for takeaway coffees and snacks, as well as local and imported grocery items (inc. fresh fruit).
Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary package, options for salary packaging and an annual incentive program.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility and Inclusion.
Our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date 3rd May 2025.
