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 mining team, the Road Grader operator will be part of the development and production mining team using the grader to maintain the haulage ways and roads to an acceptable standard.  Their working areas may be anywhere within the underground mine and on the surface if required. The Grader operator will be responsible for the safe operation of the machinery in their charge.

Key Accountabilities

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Responsible for operating the Grader in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Service and maintenance of the Grader
• Carry out earth moving tasks by operating the grader as directed by the Shift Supervisor for the general operations of roads.
• Grader Operator operates earth moving task to help maintain smoothness of roads both surface and underground.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Clean Grader as scheduled and/or required.
• Ensure Grader is safely and securely stored.
• Advise the Shift Supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs.
• Participate in routine maintenance.
• Conduct general housekeeping at work area.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Maintain safety work standards in accordance with government regulations and company policy.
• Perform all roles and responsibilities that support and reflect the company’s mission and core values

About You

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

• Grade 10 or above certificate.
• Minimum 3 years + working experience in operating a grader
• Possess current Class 7 Drivers License
• Grader Operating Certificate.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to read and write both Pidgin and English
• Have a strong understanding of the mining cycle.
• Flexible, adaptable and be a strong and proactive team player.
• Ability to meet agreed schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with other team members and K92 Mining Ltd employees

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