Mining Engineer

About the role

New Simberi Gold Limited is seeking a Mining Engineer for its Simberi open‑cut operation in Papua New Guinea. This permanent, full‑time position works on a 15/13 roster and supports short‑, medium‑ and long‑term mine planning activities.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute two‑weekly short‑term mine plans, ensuring clear communication with production, maintenance and processing teams.
• Design and optimise drill‑and‑blast programmes, perform QA/QC tasks and integrate them with overall scheduling.
• Lead medium‑term (13‑week) planning, manage project delivery, and track performance against forecasts.
• Support senior mining engineers in improving planning systems, processes and documentation.

Required profile

• Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• At least three years of experience in open‑pit mining, including drill‑and‑blast and mine planning.
• Current unencumbered Papua New Guinea ‘C’ Class driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, strong analytical ability and teamwork skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with mine design, drill‑and‑blast and scheduling software.
• Experience using Deswik software (highly desirable).
• Ability to produce pit designs, blast hole layouts and schedule optimisation.