Advisor, Contract Management, Lihir

Job Location: Lihir Island   
Workplace Type: Onsite  

About Newmont

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company, producing gold as well as copper, silver, zinc, lead and molybdenum across operations in Australia, Papua New Guinea, Africa, Latin America and North America.

In Australia, Newmont operates across Western Australia, the Northern Territory and New South Wales, supported by teams in Perth, Brisbane and Melbourne.

About Lihir

Our Lihir Operation, located on the beautiful island of Niolam, approximately 800km north of Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby, is one of the world’s largest gold mines. Set within a geothermically active, extinct volcanic crater, Lihir operates an open-pit mine producing refractory ore, which undergoes pressure oxidation and conventional leaching to recover gold. Our workforce includes both residential and commute rosters, creating a diverse and dynamic team. Lihir offers a range of recreational facilities, including a gym, sports club, restaurant, bar, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, and a 9-hole golf course. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Lihir fishing and boating clubs provide access to pristine waters and beaches, while our onsite deli and café serve fresh local and imported produce, barista-made coffee, and freshly baked goods.

We are proud to work closely with the local Lihirian community and value its vibrant culture. Through initiatives like our School to Mine program, we offer meaningful employment, training, and development opportunities for Lihirian men and women, as well as scholarships and vocational apprenticeships. We also partner with the New Ireland Province to ensure economic benefits flow directly to the community, strengthening our commitment to sustainable development and positive local impact.

Your impact
Reporting to the Site Supply Chain Lead at Lihir, the Advisor, Contract Management supports the effective delivery and performance of site‑based contracts, ensuring alignment with procurement strategies, governance frameworks, and operational requirements, and contributes to the overall success and continuity of site operations.

The role coordinates and oversees post‑award contract management activities across the contract lifecycle, maintains effective supplier relationships, supports cost optimisation initiatives, and ensures site contracts deliver agreed safety, operational, and commercial outcomes. The role also supports local content, community engagement, and sustainability objectives through monitoring supplier compliance with contractual requirements.

As part of our team you will

• Manage post‑award site contracts across their lifecycle, ensuring supplier performance, compliance, and strategic alignment.
• Support contract performance reviews and reporting to drive improvement and value.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Assist with contract variations, negotiations, and dispute management.
• Conduct contract audits and compliance reviews and track follow‑up actions.
• Identify and support cost reduction and savings opportunities.
• Contribute to ad hoc and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Prerequisites for your success in the role

• Strong attention to detail with solid contract administration capability
• Experience in contract management, procurement, or supply chain roles
• Exposure to ERP and supply chain systems (e.g. SAP, Ariba)
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across contracts and projects
• Experience in operational industries (e.g. Mining, Oil & Gas, Construction, Supply Chain or Logistics)
• Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in Business, Commerce, Supply Chain, Law, or related discipline.

Your work environment 
This role is based at Lihir, with preference for Local Lihirians and PNG Nationals, however FIFO arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Working on site requires adaptability, commitment to roster schedules, and a strong safety mindset in a dynamic operational environment.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine responsibly and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

Applications close Sunday 3 May, 2026

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, our Lihir team – 90% of which are Papua New Guinean – is dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment where meaningful, long-term connections can be formed within the industry.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!