HV Fitter

Job Summary

We are currently seeking to recruit 2x HV Fitters to join our highly dynamic workforce within our Simberi Operations in Simberi Island in New Ireland Province.

The Role

To provide Mechanical Maintenance of Mobile Plant Equipment (as designated), while ensuring health, safety, environmental, community relations and quality workmanship standards are maintained, all for the best value. Ensure adherence to statutory requirements as a minimum standard.

This is an exciting time to join Simberi & St Barbara as we embark on our “Building Brilliance” journey to transform the business and deliver sustainable value. 

This is a FIFO position, with a 15/13 roster. Point of Hire available: Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Tabar Islands Group, Alotau, Buka, Goroka, Hoskins, Madang, Popondetta and Wapenamanda. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Role Accountabilities

Technical Accountabilities

• This role requires that you have a trade certificate in Heavy Vehicle Fitting/Mechanics
• Positive work ethic and an eagerness to join the industry
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude, high motivation and physical work rate and the ability to follow procedures exactly
• An excellent attendance record is kept
• A willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities and learn new skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Able to cope with pressure when multiple tasks are allocated.
• A commitment to “safe production” and the environment
• Accuracy with attention to detail
• Work as a contributing team member towards the Maintenance Department’s objectives
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision
• Trustworthiness and social ability
• Comprehension and execution of directives
• Complying with Company policies and procedures in particular safe work procedures

Scheduling Accountabilities

• Managing effective use of available resources, including own time, in support of the delivery of the Mobile Plant team/crew.

People accountabilities

• Ensuring you are using established training methods and in conjunction with the Training Department train subordinates to achieve competency in the area identified and within the scope of their position
• Participating in training provided by the business
• Assisting to organise the duties of the mining engineering personnel to ensure that they are carried out safely and satisfactorily
• Ensure you report any undesired events, unsafe practices or near misses to your direct supervisor immediately.
• Complying with established OH&S policies and practices
• Taking responsibility for reporting of incidents, including any injury or near miss to the OH&S Department and Safety Committee in a timely manner
• Complying with established environmentally sustainable measures so as to not adversely impact on   the natural fauna, flora, freshwater resources and marine life within the bounds of Simberi Island.
• Ensuring you are at work on time and be fit for work. 

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience required:

Essential

• Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values
• Have a trade certificate in Heavy Vehicle Fitting/Mechanics
• Mechanical Trade Qualifications in motor 
• Experience with maintaining or repairing mobile plant equipment.
• Experience on a mining mobile plant.
• Understand relevant engineering standards and associated procedures
• Senior First Aid

Desirable

• Drivers Licence
• Best workmanship and dedication to complete tasks
• Physically fit and healthy
• Prepared to work out of hours as required.
• Previous experience working in a remote location
• The ability to work shift work and respond to calls

The Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic and motivated team of industry professionals with considerable experience in the demands and practices of the mining industry.

Simberi Gold Company Ltd offers a competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience.

Short-listing for this position commences immediately and we do reserve the right to commence processing applications prior to the nominated close off date.

Closing date: Monday, 08^th April 2024 at close of business.

Please submit your applications, CVs, and supporting documents to the below link

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

St Barbara is an Equal Opportunity Employer and in 2016, 2015 and 2014 was recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). St Barbara is the only mining company in Australia to receive this citation for three consecutive years. Recognition for St Barbara's commitment and achievement in eliminating the gender pay equity gap has also been recognised nationally through industry awards.

For further information on St Barbara and to apply for this role, please visit www.stbarbara.com.au