Job Description
New Porgera Limited (NPL) has an immediate vacancy within the Plant Maintenance Section of the Fixed Plant Maintenance Department for a Trade Assistant – Crusher Sag Mills role. Reporting to the Supervisor – Crusher Sag Mill, the incumbent will join a dynamic team of experienced tradespersons. The successful candidate will be required to assist the trades’ people in a trainee capacity to carry out their duties in a safe and efficient manner, performing the following duties and responsibilities as required.
Key Responsibilities
As a Trade Assistant, you will:
- Provide assistance in fitting Crusher Sag Mill
- Assist tradesperson to resolve operational or technical equipment problems to minimize interruptions resulting from equipment breakdowns/failures
- Trouble shoot, report faults and taking the necessary remedial and corrective action in the area of responsibilities
- Confer with area supervisors to gain knowledge of work situations
- Conduct general safety inspections in area and equipment of responsibility
- Ensure all work is carried out in a safe and proper manner within government regulations & company policy
- Maintain high level of health and safety awareness and comply with NPL Occupational Health & Safety Policy and all health and safety rules and procedures
Qualifications And Experience
To succeed in this role, you will need;
- Minimum of Grade 10 or above educational level with Trades Certificate in Fitting and Machining.
- Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team in both English and/or Tok Pisin.
- Formal training and experience in sag mills crushing is highly desired
- Trade qualifications highly desired
- Previous participation in Job Ready or Trade Training Programs highly desirable
- Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn
- Willingness to adhere to safety regulations and protocols
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions from Tradesperson and Supervisor.
- Physically fit and able to work in different weather conditions
What We Offer
At NPL, we recognize and reward hard work. Joining our team means:
- A roster system supporting work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities and access to advanced technology.
- A safe and inclusive workplace culture.
- Better Life medical insurance and life cover
Mobilization Requirements
- All applicants must have an up-to-date police clearance certificate, obtained within the last 6 months
- Ability to successfully pass a pre - employment medical and drug and alcohol test
- Be a Local Porgeran (Cat 1 or Cat 2) Candidate and be available to start immediately
- The Roster is 14 days on and 7 days off
How to Apply
Are you are a Local Porgeran (Cat 1, Cat 2) ready to elevate your mining career? Submit your application, including a detailed resume and cover letter through www.barrick.com/career. Join us in delivering excellence at New Porgera Mine and making a difference in Papua New Guinea’s mining industry!
