Senior Metallurgist

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.

Are you ready to take your metallurgical career to the next level? We’re expanding our Technical Services team and are currently seeking passionate and driven professionals to join us in this key role that support our ongoing growth and innovation in processing excellence. 

The New Porgera Limited now has a vacancy for a qualified and experienced individual as Senior Metallurgist

About the roles

Reporting to the Superintendent - Metallurgy, the incumbent will be responsible for developing, application and monitoring of metallurgical systems in the Porgera process operation, including projects development and execution, providing technical guidance and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and optimise metallurgical performance Provide technical direction to the operations team and support the management team in achieving KPIs Mill reline planning and forecasts Analyse data and develop process improvement strategies  Conduct metallurgical test work and trials Coach and support junior metallurgists and technicians   Maintain a high level of health, safety and environmental awareness and comply with all relevant NPL policies & procedures.

Ideal Candidate:

A degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field. 3 years' experience in a similar role Solid operational experience in mineral processing Strong data analysis and problem -solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities 

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.

 

Apply Now

 If you’re ready to make your mark in a dynamic and supportive environment, submit your application today.

Application Closing Date: 30th September, 2025