Relief Travel 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 Relief Travel Supervisor to join our team on a Fixed Term position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 21/14 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Buka, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins, Wewak, Vanimo, or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Travel Superintendent, the Travel Supervisor is primarily responsible for supervising the management of Travel and Hotel Accommodation Bookings which is the control source for making travel arrangements, enforcing the company travel policy, and helping with the administration of domestic and international travel bookings and company charter.

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

Undertake arrangements and booking of all SGCL employees, contractor and visitor flights including local and international charters, local and international airlines as well as any other mode of transport as directed.

• Undertake arrangement and booking of all necessary and applicable accommodation locally and internationally as required.
• Issuing purchase orders to airflight companies and hotels.
• Prepare and distribute, in a timely fashion, all necessary itineraries for flights and accommodation in relation to the above.
• Identifies and enforces corporate travel policies and procedures to improve workflow efficiency and reduce cost savings in overall operation.
• Determines best booking procedure based on cost savings and communicates itinerary and instructions to senior staff and employees.
• Prepare and filing of all flight related manifests, consignment notes and flight documentation.
• Preparation and distribution of all flight and charter schedules.
• Responsible for transporting staff to and from Mine and Airport.
• Loading/unloading, pick up and transport of all personnel, baggage, and freight to and from the Simberi accommodation camp and Simberi airstrip.
• All other travel and accommodation related work as directed.

Scheduling accountabilities

• Demonstrated supervisory/leadership capacity and continuous improvement mindset.
• Management reporting
• The ability to meet safety targets and requirements.
• Actively participate and promote a safe working environment.
• Actively participate in departmental safety meetings and display a safe attitude.
• Competent, accurate and time-based record keeping.
• Punctual attendance for all rostered shifts.

 People accountabilities

•  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.
• 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 the 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
• Previous experience working in the mining industry.
• Previous experience in the travel industry.
• Must have current Driver’s Licence.
• Working knowledge of travel policies and procedures.
• Aircraft handling/loading/refuelling procedures.
• Excellent PC skills including word processing, spreadsheet applications and internet functions.
• Excellent organization, planning and supervisory skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communication.

Desirable

• Physically fit and healthy.
• Prepared to work outside normal hours as required.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.

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

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 Closing date: Friday, 20 March 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.