At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exploration operations, manage drilling, mapping, and safety across multiple sites.
- Company: Join K92 Mining, a leader in gold mining with a commitment to local communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, incentive plans, medical assistance, and wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing company while enjoying a unique lifestyle in PNG.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Geology or related field, extensive exploration experience, and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
K92 Mining Limited are the owners of the high-grade Kainantu Gold Mine in Eastern Highlands Province. Since commencing operations in 2016, we have delivered consistent production growth and contributed significantly to the economy of Papua New Guinea. More than 90% of our employees and contractors are from PNG, and our local education and skills development initiatives, which include scholarships, traineeships, and adult literacy programs, continue to benefit the communities in which we operate.
We are transforming the operation with a new 1.2 mtpa process plant and extensive construction and expansion across the site that will see us triple the output from our mine by 2027. In addition to our ongoing production success, we have an extensive exploration programme across our highly prospective tenement, making K92 a great place to build a long-term career.
About the role
In this role you will lead all operational facets of Exploration, including safety, administration, logistics, drilling, surface mapping/surveying/sampling, database, and drill pad construction.
- Coordinate Exploration Operations: Oversee all aspects of exploration activities including drilling, mapping, sampling, logistics, safety, and contractor management across multiple sites.
- Plan & Monitor Programs: Develop and manage exploration budgets, track costs, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and lead internal/external reporting on tenements and activities.
- Geological Analysis: Support geochemical and geological modelling, prospect ranking, scheduling, and technical reviews to guide exploration strategies and priorities.
- Drill Pad & Infrastructure Oversight: Manage the design, construction, inspection, and monitoring of drill pads and associated site infrastructure.
- Team Development: Train, mentor, and manage exploration staff and contractors, foster a high-performance culture, and drive capability development across the team.
- Regulatory & Statutory Compliance: Lead licence applications, renewals, and reporting, and facilitate Mine Warden Hearings, ensuring all requirements are met through systems like LeaseControl.
- Health, Safety & Environment: Implement and promote strong safety practices, develop Site Work Plans, and monitor safety performance across exploration areas.
About You
- Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Geophysics or Geoscience.
- Extensive work experience in exploration of epithermal and/or porphyry systems.
- Computer proficiency and the ability to analyse numerical and graphical data.
- Able to manage, guide and train the geology team to deliver high-quality output.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and autonomously.
- Strong active listening & interpersonal skills for communication, rapport building, conflict resolution & training.
Life at K92
K92 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to respecting the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free from discrimination. Our values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect for others, Excellence, and Safety are at the core of everything we do, and they are the foundation upon which our success has been built.
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. At K92, we want all employees to share in our success, so as well as a competitive salary, employees also participate in our long- and short-term incentive plans. We provide employees with access to savings incentive programs, medical assistance, and the option to salary sacrifice for certain expenses. In addition to all of this, employees can also access our Wellbeing and employee assistance programs whilst working a friendly roster.
TO COMPLY WITH PNG GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS, ALL EXPATRIATE POSITIONS ARE OFFERED ON A FIXED TERM BASIS.
Senior Exploration Geologist - Expat PNG | 4 Weeks on, 4 Weeks off in Brisbane employer: K92 Mining
K92 Mining offers a dynamic work environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency in mining operations. The company is committed to local community development through education and skills initiatives, providing employees with opportunities for professional growth and stability. With ongoing expansion plans and a robust exploration program, K92 Mining presents a promising career path for those in the mining industry.
