Laboratory Supervisor

Simberi Gold Company Limited forms part of the St Barbara Group. Our Simberi Operations consists of an open cut mine on the northernmost island in the Tabar group of islands in the province of New Ireland in Papua New Guinea. Our vision is to grow sustainably and create enduring, positive impacts for the people and communities touched by our operations.

Now is an exciting time for our business and for our people. We’re going through a period of significant change and are gaining momentum in transforming our business. We’re looking for people who are ready to grow through opportunity and build a bright future with us.​​

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to join our team. permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 15/13 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Buka, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Senior Chemist, the incumbent, supervises the daily laboratory operations, including work schedules, work assignments, receipt and allocation of specimens for testing, timecard modifications, evaluations and counselling of staff. Responsible for all areas of the laboratory and their corresponding team members who are assigned to Processing and Mine/Geology and other clients (if applicable) during their assigned shift. Performs analytical testing in the laboratory, document quality control, perform preventative maintenance and instrument troubleshooting.

Everyone at St Barbara Limited is required to understand and act in accordance with St Barbara’s Values, Code of Conduct and all Company Policies and meet all relevant internal and external compliance obligations. The role incumbent and manager will identify and review the specific compliance requirements of the role.

The opportunity

Technical Accountabilities

• Ensuring safe work practices, own health and safety and all other workers by identifying hazards and ensuring issues and risks are reported and addressed.
• Performs and documents instrument function verification checks and preventative maintenance on all equipment consistent with department policies and procedures. Instrument malfunctions are recognized and troubleshooting procedures are initiated in a timely manner per department policies and procedures. May participate in the evaluation, correlation and verification of instrument or procedure performance.
• Performs routine and specialized testing using appropriate laboratory instrumentation/equipment following prescribed policies, procedures and defined standards of performance.
• Keeps senior Chemist and Processing management informed of activities including unusual analytical data and results along with personnel issues or concerns.
• Determines and modifies bench assignments and ensures all staff members rotate assignments routinely.
• Conducts performance checks and calibrations of laboratory instrumentation within assigned laboratory sections. Evaluates reagents, media and standards according to established criteria. Conducts, documents, monitors and evaluates established quality control or quality assurance procedures on analytical tests, reagents, equipment and products, implementing corrective action protocols when indicated. Assists in the preparation, analysis and reporting of proficiency testing samples.
• Participates in the orientation of new employees to policies and procedures in assigned laboratory sections.
• Participates in the training of lab Assistants and Lab Technicians in assigned laboratory sections.
• Providing training and coaching to all team member, with specific attention to National and Local employees as part of SGCL’s Training and localisation plan.
• Liaising with Process Operations and Mine/Geology personnel on Assay priorities scheduling and quality issues and communicate Laboratory improvement strategies.

Scheduling accountabilities

• Managing effective use of available resources, including own time, in support of the delivery of the team/crew.
• Participates in the review of proficiency testing results, in the identification of problem areas and in formulating plans for corrective action.
• Assists in the preparation of the laboratory for on-site regulatory inspections
• Studies, evaluates and performs technical aspects of procedures in use. Correlation of results with other known CRM parameters and validate analytical results reported and documented per Laboratory policy.

People accountabilities

• Assists Lab Superintendent with interviewing and making recommendations for hiring personnel. Evaluates employee performance, recognizes their achievements, counsels and disciplines them as necessary. Assists Manager with investigation of written and formal actions.
• Monitors staff to ensure standards of performance are met and that staff comply with all OHSE and SGCL safety policies and procedures. Contributing to the development of capability within the team/crew.
• Ensuring own work performance meets all role requirements; and taking appropriate professional development actions.

Are you ready to come and build your future with us?

We need the best people. People who have drive, energy and are genuinely passionate about the work they do and provide a positive impact. Additionally, we need people who see a challenge as an opportunity for growth and value working with others towards a common goal.​

We would love to hear from you if you have​:

Essential

• Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values
• Diploma in Polytech in Science Technology or Science degree preferably major in Chemistry.
• At least 5 years relevant mining environment chemistry laboratory experience
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Ability to work as part of a team and foster team building
• Ability to train and pass on knowledge
• Work safely and not create or ignore hazards
• Maintains or enhances others’ self esteem
• Listens and responds with empathy
• Ask for help and encourages involvement.
• Share thoughts, feelings and rationale to build trust

 Desirable

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Competent in Pronto based tasks (purchasing, raising work requests etc.)

 For further information on the Simberi Operations and to apply for this role, please visit: 

https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/FER9G

Closing date: Tuesday, 11 November 2025 at close of business.

Please submit your Applications, CVs, and Supporting documents (all merged in one PDF document)

At Simberi Gold Company Limited, we’re committed to finding the best fit for every role. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration, regardless of their race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.