Underground Mine Tech Services Lead – PNG Expat

K92 Mining Inc.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PNG expat assignment

4 weeks on/4 weeks off roster

Long and short-term incentive plans

Job summary

K92 Mining Limited is seeking a Head of Mine Technical Services for its PNG operation. The role leads a multi-disciplinary technical team, shaping underground mine plans and life-of-mine decisions while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The incumbent will drive performance, mentor senior professionals, and align technical output with site expansion goals during a period of rapid growth. This is a PNG expat, fixed-term opportunity with a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in underground hard rock mining and/or supervisory roles overseeing multiple functions.
• Previous experience operating in Papua New Guinea or developing countries in remote locations will be highly regarded.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage teams and timeframes
• Adaptable, resilient and strong emotional intelligence
• Understanding of PNG Safety and Health legislation.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Sound planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and autonomously.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Strong active listening & interpersonal skills for rapport building, conflict resolution & training

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a highly skilled and diverse team of technical professionals.
• Oversee the preparation of mining plans, schedules, and designs to achieve production and business targets.
• Provide technical input into life-of-mine planning and operational decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, safety standards, and company policies.
• Foster collaboration between operations, maintenance, and technical teams to optimise performance.
• Ensuring robust planning procedures are in place and operating effectively
• Recruit, motivate and retain the appropriate people to use the systems to achieve business objectives
• Measuring and controlling the work performance of direct reports on a regular basis
• Regularly measuring and controlling performance, initiating corrective actions as required
• Reviewing short- and medium-term plans and strategies to ensure the activities do not compromise future ore body value for an overall poorer return.

Skills

Underground mining leadership

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Education

Degree-qualified in mining or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

K92 Mining Limited is seeking a Head of Mine Technical Services for its PNG operation. The role leads a multi-disciplinary technical team, shaping underground mine plans and life-of-mine decisions while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The incumbent will drive performance, mentor senior professionals, and align technical output with site expansion goals during a period of rapid growth. This is a PNG expat, fixed-term opportunity with a rotating schedule.