About Us
JOB DESCRIPTION
New Porgera Limited (NPL) is a leading mining company committed to sustainable practices and community engagement in Papua New Guinea. As the operator of the Porgera Gold Mine, NPL focuses on the responsible extraction of high-quality mineral resources while prioritizing the well-being of its employees, the environment, and local communities.
Our dedication to safety, innovation, and ethical mining practices ensure meaningful contributions to the national economy and supports the development and prosperity of the regions in which we operate. At NPL, we aim to create a lasting positive impact by fostering strong stakeholder relationships and promoting sustainable growth for future generations.
About The Role
NPL is seeking a detail-oriented, experienced and a skilled Warehouse Specialist to join our Supply Chain team based on Site, Porgera. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of warehouse operations to ensure the efficient, safe, and accurate handling of materials and inventory. This includes supervising daily activities such as receiving, storing, and issuing materials; maintaining accurate inventory records in SAP or equivalent systems; and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. The position plays a key role in supporting logistics, procurement, and operational teams through effective stock management, timely material delivery, and continuous improvement of warehouse processes.
In This Role, You Will, Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, and issuing of materials.
- Ensure all stock movements are accurately recorded in SAP (or relevant ERP system).
- Maintain optimal stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment and avoiding stockouts.
- Conduct regular cycle counts and stock reconciliations.
- Supervise warehouse operators and provide technical guidance on material handling procedures.
- Enforce safety, housekeeping, and compliance standards across all warehouse areas.
- Support logistics, maintenance, and operations teams with timely delivery of parts and materials.
- Coordinate with procurement and transport teams for inbound and outbound material movements.
- Participate in continuous improvement and warehouse optimization initiatives.
About You
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
- Certificate or Diploma in Supply Chain, Warehousing, or Logistics (Degree preferred).
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in warehouse operations, preferably within a mining or industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management systems (SAP experience highly regarded).
- Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Sound understanding of safety standards and material handling equipment.
- Ability to work in a high-demand, fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
- Knowledge of invoice discrepancy processes (desirable).
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
- Maintain a high level of health and safety awareness and comply with the NPL’s Occupational Health & Safety Policy and all health and safety rules and procedures.
What We Offer
In return, you will be joining a world-class mining operation with the opportunity to impact the development and upskills of our predominantly local workforce, combined with a team keen to learn and absorb knowledge. This offers a unique opportunity to further shape the department and improve NPL’s social performance and people knowledge.
You will be joining an operation that values safety and lead a team towards best-in-class safety practices whilst contributing to the development of a highly capable national workforce, making a lasting impact on the industry.
This PNG National Staff role is offered on a FIFO basis with a 21/14 roster and a highly competitive remuneration package.
Mobilization Requirements
Applicants will be required to:
- Successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening (arranged for shortlisted candidates’ post-interview).
- Provide a valid Police Clearance Certificate issued within the last six (6) months.
