Fixed Plant Maintenance Trainer

New Simberi Gold 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 Fixed Plant Maintenance Trainer to join our team for a 24 month fixed term. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 21/14 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Buka, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins, Wewak, Vanimo, or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Training Superintendent, the Maintenance Trainer is responsible for the training and development of a workforce that is on a continuous shift roster. The trainer is required to effectively utilise available resources to provide training to Fixed Plant Maintenance employees and the broader workforce as required to maintain training compliance and support workforce development.

Everyone at St Barbara Limited is required to understand and act in accordance with St Barbara’s values and policies and meet all relevant internal and external compliance obligations.

The opportunity

Technical Accountabilities

• Comply with all site safety programs and initiatives, ensuring safety takes priority in execution, including providing coaching to employees in safe practices 
• Define training needs and deliver training to maintain training compliance for the Process Maintenance employees and crews, ensuring they are able to safely achieve targets
• Develop, implement and maintain Fixed Plant Maintenance Training Programmes and systems for roles across the Processing Department
• Deliver training as required to the general SGCL workforce where competencies are required across departments
• Participate in departmental continuous improvement programmes
• Ensure that all personnel are current in relevant standards, practices, and procedures
• Ensuring all records and evidence of training and assessments are captured in the InTuition Training Management System within 24 hours of completing training
• Completing weekly training planning & reporting requirements, including identifying key areas for ongoing training to enable Process Maintenance employees to safely meet targets
• Develop company specific training programs
• Coordinate and support external trainers in the Process Plant area as required
• Provide support to the Process Maintenance trainer where appropriate
• Maintain high housekeeping standards within personal work area 
• Carry out other operational tasks as required

People accountabilities

• Using established training methods and in conjunction with the Training Department train work colleagues to achieve competency in the area identified and within the scope of their position.
• Participate in training provided by the business.

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 
• Ability to produce a National Police Clearance (valid within the last 3 months) for site access purposes
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment 
• At least 5 years relevant trade experience in mining/industrial maintenance 
• Facilitation, training and change management focus
• Recognised qualification in workplace training and assessment 

Desirable

• Current Class 6 Driver’s License

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

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Closing date: Sunday, 25 October 2026 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.