Rubber Liner

Job Description

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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 Rubber Liner to join our team on a permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 21/14 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins, Vanimo or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor.

The Rubber Liner is responsible fulfilling the duties of belt splicing and rubber lining as outlined below while ensuring health, safety, environmental, community relations and quality workmanship standards are maintained, all for the best value

The opportunity

Technical accountabilities

• Ensuring own health and safety as well as that of all other workers, identifying and maintaining safe work practices and completing all required safety training
• Checking installations of new plant equipment and remedial works on conveyor systems and rubber lining
• Carries out lagging of and repairs conveyor pulleys involving stripping and painting pulleys, applying appropriate lagging using appropriate adhesive and solvents.
• Apply rubber linings to pipes, spools, launders, agitator blades, chutes tanks, valves, pipes, hoppers and similar articles.
• Recognises and identifies imperfections and problem areas on rubber lining projects, making recommendations, and carrying out repairs mitigate the risk of issues.
• Applies technical skill end expert judgement to a high standard, ensuring the delivery of quality customer outcomes.
• Undertake all aspects of the preparation, installation, maintenance and repair of rubber lining projects, including preparation of surfaces, selection and application of materials according to work instructions and in alignment with standard procedures and practices, including the completion of all relevant documentation.
• Ensuring housekeeping standards are maintained within personal work area.
• Ensuring prompt actions are taken and closing out of safety issues affecting the workplace.
• Ensuring communication and reporting of mechanical activities, breakdowns and delays to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Undertaking rubber lining and belt splicing tasks as required.

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

• Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values
• Trade qualification Cert 2 minimum (skilled trade test competent) Cert 3 preferred
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in maintaining conveyors
• Basic fitting knowledge
• Trade background – Rubber lining, conveyor belt splicing and repairs
• Drivers Licence
• Understand relevant engineering standards and associated procedures
• Familiar with QA/QC processes in conveyor belt replacement and repairs
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively manage time
• A continuous improvement approach to all tasks.
• Developing initiative and problem-solving skills
• Field experience
• Certificate 3 rubber specialist
• EWP Licence
• Dogging Certificate

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

Closing date: Wednesday, 25^th September 2024 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