Senior, Metallurgist – Metallurgy

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 as Senior Metallurgist – Metallurgy

About the role

Reporting to the Superintendent – Metallurgy, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of metallurgical systems across the Porgera process plant. This includes leading technical projects, supporting plant performance, and mentoring the metallurgy team.

In this role, you will:

Support production, recovery, utilization, and cost targets in collaboration with Metallurgy and Operations Superintendents

Oversee and optimize plant operations including Crushing, Grinding, Flotation, Pressure Oxidation (4 autoclaves) refinery, and Oxygen Plants

Provide technical guidance and mentoring to metallurgists and operational staff

Drive continuous improvement through performance analysis, troubleshooting, and process optimization

Lead and execute capital and improvement projects using formal project management systems

Contribute to change management processes and ensure alignment with operational priorities

Maintain accurate metallurgical accounting, reagent usage tracking, and reporting systems

Collaborate with operations, Mining, Geology, and Maintenance teams for production planning

Champion health and safety practices through visible, felt leadership and adherence to site standards

About You

You will bring strong technical expertise, a passion for coaching others, and a commitment to safe and efficient plant operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering

1–3 years’ experience at a senior metallurgist level in gold processing

Proven ability to mentor team members and build technical capability

Project management and business improvement experience

Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on plant performance and reliability

Proficiency in metallurgical accounting, forecasting, and budgeting

Familiarity with hazardous chemical handling, storage, and procurement processes

Professional membership (e.g. AusIMM, SME, IEPNG) is desirable

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a world-class gold operation committed to safety, technical excellence, and developing local talent. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on both the operation and the national workforce.

This is a National FIFO role on a 21/14 roster open for PNG Nationals only and comes with a highly competitive remuneration package.

Closing Date: 31st December 2025