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 underground mining team, you will report to the Shotcrete Supervisor and in this role will be required to ensure delivery of concrete mixes from the batch plant to required locations underground of the mine are carried out in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with K92 Mining site requirements and procedures

Key Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Operate and maintain Underground Agitator Truck according to all K92 Plan Operations & Maintenance procedures and fault reporting systems.
• Perform prestart and troubleshooting on Underground Agitator Truck and associated equipment to identify and remedy issues that may arise.
• Actively monitor the condition of mixed product to ensure product does not set prematurely in the mixing bowl.
• Proactively engage with the Shotcrete Supervisor to provide technical advice and support to the Shotcrete Teams to ensure equipment availability and reliability targets are achieved and optimised against budget.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for repair, service and/or support within the mine site area as required to ensure downtime on equipment is minimised.
• Support and assist the Shotcrete Supervisor to ensure the rectification of identified defects in both equipment and mixed product to improve and optimise availability and reliability targets.
• Work closely with the Shotcrete Supervisor to assess performance and identify improvement projects to maximise results, reduce risk and implement cost management initiatives.
• Demonstrates personal responsibility for own health and safety whilst setting clear expectations of relevant legal obligations, safe workplace practices and HSE operating practices to others, holding them accountable for their actions.
• Perform general housekeeping within and around responsible work area.
• Ensure equipment maintenance is conducted by competent technicians in a safe manner and in accordance with established procedures.

About You

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you

• Possess a current Class 4 Drivers Licence that allows operation of a Underground Agitator Truck on public roads – (Essential)
• Previous experience as an underground Agitator Truck Operator – (Desirable)
• Commitment to safety – (Essential)
• Knowledge of Underground Agitator Truck’s performance capabilities – (Essential)
• Ability to work autonomously independent with limited supervision – (Essential)
• Demonstrate abilities to work within a team environment – (Essential)
• Knowledge of concrete additives and aggregates – (Desirable)
• Previous experience working within the mining industry – (Desirable)
• General knowledge of underground equipment – (Desirable)

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