AddressSimberi Gold Company Limited forms part of the St Barbara Group. Our Simberi Operations consists of an open cut mine on the northernmost island in the Tabar group of islands in the province of New Ireland in Papua New Guinea. Our vision is to grow sustainably and create enduring, positive impacts for the people and communities touched by our operations.
Now is an exciting time for our business and for our people. We’re going through a period of significant change and are gaining momentum in transforming our business. We’re looking for people who are ready to grow through opportunity and build a bright future with us.
We are currently seeking an Ancillary & Crane Specialist to join our team. This is a three-year max term full time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 21/14 FIFO Roster from any Australian capital city.
Reporting to the Superintendent – Mobile Maintenance you will provide routine maintenance on equipment including but not limited to cranes, EWP’s, mobile generators, forklifts, telehandlers, side lifters, flat bed trailers, light trucks and light vehicles.
The opportunity
- Mentoring and leading a small team with a focus on their development. Working in consultation with the Training Department to identify training and development needs.
- Performing routine and preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure availability and reliability targets are achieved.
- Fault finding and troubleshooting to determine causes of breakdowns or equipment faults, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic failures.
- Identifying areas that require improvement and contribute to implementing continuous improvement projects.
- Managing purchase requisitions for parts needed to maintain and repair equipment and controlling inventory supplies, tools and equipment relevant to the role.
- Ensuring Statutory Inspections on plant, quarterly testing and tagging of site lifting equipment is completed. All registers are updated and compliant.
- Completing routine planned maintenance to ensure equipment and machinery is in good working order and compliant with site requirements. This includes working with the Mobile Maintenance planning team to complete weekly and long-term equipment plans.
Are you ready to come and build your future with us?
We need the best people. People who have drive, energy and are genuinely passionate about the work they do and provide a positive impact. Additionally, we need people who see a challenge as an opportunity for growth and value working with others towards a common goal.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
- Current Heavy Duty Mechanic trade qualification or equivalent.
- Certificate III in Crane Operation and Rigging.
- At least five years relevant work experience in a similar role.
- Experience supervising and mentoring a small team.
- Strong communication skills, including communicating with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines on multiple tasks.
- Previous expat experience in a developing country & challenging environment would be desirable.
For further information on the Simberi Operations and to apply for this role, please visit: https://stbarbara.com.au/working-with-us/current-opportunities/
At Simberi Gold Company Limited, we’re committed to finding the best fit for every role. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration, regardless of their race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
