Process Trainer

Simberi Gold Company Limited’s 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 Process Trainer to join our Human Resources and Training team in a permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Simberi Island, working a 21/14 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, 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 Training Superintendent, the Process Trainer is to lead the technical training and development of our Process Plant workforce. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality training programs, maintaining compliance requirements, developing workforce capability, and supporting safe and efficient plant operations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring employees achieve and maintain competency while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the Processing Department.

The Opportunity

Technical Accountabilities

• Comply with all site safety programs and initiatives, ensuring safety remains the highest priority and providing coaching in safe work practices.
• Define training needs and deliver training to maintain compliance and ensure employees can safely achieve plant targets.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Operations Training Programs and systems across the Processing Department.
• Deliver training to the broader workforce where cross-department competencies are required.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and initiatives.
• Ensure personnel remain current with relevant standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate training records and assessment evidence within the InTuition Training Management System within 24 hours of training completion.
• Complete weekly training planning and reporting requirements.
• Identify key areas for ongoing training and workforce development.
• Develop company-specific training programs and materials.
• Coordinate and support external trainers within the Process Plant area.
• Provide support to the Process Maintenance Trainer when required.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards within the work area.
• Complete other operational duties as required.

Scheduling Accountabilities

• Plan and coordinate weekly training activities across rotating shift crews.
• Ensure training compliance requirements are achieved within specified timeframes.
• Schedule and facilitate training programs, assessments, and competency evaluations.
• Coordinate external training providers and departmental stakeholders to ensure training delivery requirements are met.
• Prepare and submit weekly training plans and reports.
• Maintain current training records and documentation according to compliance requirements.

People Accountabilities

• Train and coach employees using established training methodologies to achieve competency within their roles.
• Identify skills gaps and implement appropriate development plans and remedial training.
• Build positive working relationships with operational teams, supervisors, and management.
• Support a culture of safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and learning.
• Participate in training and development programs provided by the business.
• Communicate effectively with employees from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

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

• Tertiary qualifications relevant to the role.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in Gold Process Operations or Metallurgical Operations, experience on flotation circuits highly desirable.
• Significant experience as a Process Trainer within a mining or industrial training environment.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to coordinate training activities across multiple departments.
• Proven ability to identify operator skill deficiencies and implement corrective training solutions.
• Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• High level of personal motivation and commitment to performance excellence.
• Strong commercial awareness relevant to mining operations.
• Behaviour consistent with company values and standards.

Desirable

• Certified Trainer qualification.
• Two years' supervisory experience in a training environment.

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

https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/C4JFF

Closing Date: Thursday, 10th September 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.