Officer – Senior, Community Land Access Agreements

About Us

New Porgera Limited (NPL) is a leading mining company dedicated to sustainable practices and community engagement in Papua New Guinea. As the operator of the Porgera Gold Mine, we focus on extracting high-quality mineral resources while prioritizing the well-being of our employees, the environment, and the local communities. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and responsible mining ensures that we not only contribute to the economy but also support the development and prosperity of the regions we operate in. At NPL, we strive to create a positive impact, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and promoting sustainable growth for future generations.

The New Porgera Limited now has a vacancy for a qualified and experienced individual to join our Community Social and Responsibility (CSR) Department as an Officer- Senior, Community Land Access Agreements.

About the role

Reporting to the Superintendent- Community Land Access Agreement, the officer, Senior, Community Access Agreement leads the planning negotiation and implementation of land access agreements with landowners, community groups and relevant stakeholders within the mine impacted areas. This role ensures that agreements are culturally respectful, legally compliant and aligned with organisational objectives while maintaining strong relationships, minimising conflict, and supporting sustainable project delivery.

In this role, you will: 

Effectively apply relevant PNG Land related legislations relating to land grievances 

Apply Community Relations and Land Management Standard Operating Procedures in engagements with the community 

Demonstrate culturally appropriate communications to translate ideas from one culture to another

Regularly update Land Management System and maintain accurate and historical data

Investigate land related grievances, assess and make recommendations to management

Develop and maintain a high level of health and safety awareness for the construction contractors and their teams ensuring all work is carried out safely and complying with all government and mining regulations

Maintain a high level of health and safety awareness and comply with the PJV Occupational Health & Safety Policy and all health and safety rules and procedures.

Degree in Land Administration or Land Studies 

Significant field experience in customary and alienated land administration

Knowledgeable in relevant Mining Acts/Legislation, map reading, surveys and basic geotechnical principles

About You

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

Degree in Land Administration or Land Studies 

Experience in mining, infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture or government land access administration processes in the Highlands of PNG

Experience with GIS or land management software

Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., land management, native title, cultural heritage, property rights).

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. 

Strength of character to make tough decisions and hold to them despite criticism

High-level organisational and project management skills.

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Ability to communicate and interact at all levels both inside and outside the operational areas

Work Environment & Conditions

•    Combination of office-based and field-based work.
•    Regular travel to community meetings and stakeholder sites.
•    Participation in after-hours or weekend engagements as required.

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.

Note: This advert will be open until 22nd December,2025.  If you do not hear from NPL within two (2) weeks of this date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this opportunity.