Operator - Gold Room

K92 Mining Limited operates the Kainantu Gold Mine in the Eastern Highlands Province. Since we launched in 2016, we've grown gold production every year, boosting Papua New Guinea's economy. We take pride in supporting your communities, with nearly 94% of our team members being fellow PNG locals.

Looking ahead, we will significantly increase our gold production in the next three years. This expansion means that K92 is a place for building a stable career, contributing to the community, and being a key part of our success.

Gold room Operators are skilled technicians responsible for the day-to-day operation of the gold room and gravity recovery circuits including the;
• Gravity recovery processes including Falcon Concentrator and shaking tables
• Calcining and smelting of concentrate to dore
• Maintaining the highest levels of product security and accurate record keeping.
• Operational management of the tails storage facility and return water.

Key accountabilities of this position include.

• Perform the day-to-day operation of the gold room and TSF including;
o Gravity recovery circuit comprising scalping screen, Falcon concentrator, shaking tables
o Calcining and smelting of concentrate to dore
o Preparation of required reagents
o Management of tailings deposition and plant return water systems
o Management of off-site water discharges from the TSF
o Dore shipment

To be considered for this role, you must have a minimum of Grade 10 school Certificate with good personal attributes, and 3 years’ experience in gold room operation. In addition to this you will have some or all the following.

• Valid PNG Class 3 license (essential)
• Machinery license's including loader, skid steer, telehandler (desirable)
• Previous experience in a process plant (desirable).
• An appropriate trades trade certificate (desirable)
• You must be physically fit
• to enjoy practical and manual activities
• to be able to read and follow written instructions in English.
• the ability to work as part of a team.
• good hand-eye co-ordination

Our core values — Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety — are central to our operations and fundamental to our success. K92 upholds a commitment to equal opportunity, striving to ensure that every individual can reach their highest potential without experiencing discrimination.

Our camp is well managed and provides residents with good, healthy meals made from locally sourced fresh produce as well as internet, cable tv and a gymnasium.

We believe in sharing our success with our employees. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer participation in long- and short-term incentive plans. We also offer savings programs, medical assistance, as well as access to our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster. 

If you share our values and are looking for your next career step, come join us on this exciting journey. Submit your application through our website today.

Advertised: 22 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Oct 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

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