Engineer, Process Safety
Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
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.
Purpose
We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled Process Safety Engineer to join our Health & Safety team. This role is responsible for implementing process safety strategies and providing subject matter expertise to enhance safety performance across our operations.
Essential Duties
- Implement strategies to manage process safety risks across operations.
- Develop and support Process Safety Management Plans and systems (e.g., Management of Change, operational readiness).
- Facilitate HAZOP studies and operational risk assessments.
- Support integration of Bowtie risk analysis into broader risk frameworks.
- Provide expert advice to Operations Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors on process safety matters.
- Conduct assurance activities for Process Safety Standards and related systems.
- Monitor and maintain process safety metrics to evaluate performance.
- Investigate and report process safety incidents.
Qualifications & Skills
- Degree in Engineering or Science is essential. Postgraduate qualifications in Process Safety, Risk Management, or Occupational Health & Safety are highly regarded.
- Minimum years of relevant working experience in process safety or related roles within high-risk industries (e.g., mining, oil & gas, chemicals).
- Certifications in NEBOSH, IChemE, or equivalent safety certifications are advantageous.
- Deep understanding of Process Plant operations and safety systems.]Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies (e.g., HAZOP, Bowtie, LOPA).
- Familiarity with process safety software tools and data analysis.
- Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and industry standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA, COMAH).
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and safety culture.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
Working Conditions
- Must be open to FIFO in PNG
- Roster 22:20
- Ability to complete a pre-employment medical assessment
- Must have proof of a completed Police Clearance within the last six months
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 send in your updated resume and your cover letter before the advertised closing date of 31 March 2026 by qouting the role's reference number: 39133 – we’d love to hear from you!
