Engineer, Mechanical

Workplace Type: Onsite

About Newmont

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc, lead and molybdenum. The company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favourable mining jurisdictions in Australia, Papua New Guinea, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean and North America.

Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

Your impact

As an Engineer – Mechanical, you will play a critical role in supporting operational efficiency and project delivery by coordinating and executing mechanical engineering activities. Your contribution will help ensure safe, compliant, and reliable engineering outcomes while supporting the organisation’s operational goals and values.

As part of our team you will

• Execute mechanical engineering activities to support efficient and compliant operations
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, standards, and procedures
• Assist in the preparation, execution, and monitoring of engineering schedules and plans
• Monitor performance metrics and prepare accurate engineering reports
• Coordinate logistics for mechanical engineering projects
• Conduct regular inspections and safety audits across mechanical processes
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical engineering issues
• Assist with training and instruction of new employees on engineering procedures and safety practices
• Maintain accurate records of engineering activities, performance data, and compliance documentation
• Identify, evaluate, and manage risks through effective mitigation and continuous monitoring
• Actively contribute as a team member by identifying improvement opportunities, raising issues, and stopping unsafe work when required

Prerequisites for your success in the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 8+ years’ experience in the mining industry, within operational and/or project-based environments
• Strong applied knowledge of mechanical engineering in mining operations, with exposure across the full process plant
• Proven technical understanding of crushing, grinding, milling, and associated materials handling systems, with the ability to understand end‑to‑end plant interactions
• Experience in project monitoring, technical support, data analysis, and engineering reporting
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety compliance, risk management, and process optimisation within a heavy industrial or mining environment
• Ability to follow established procedures while applying practical judgement to resolve complex mechanical and operational issues
• Capability to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and continuously monitor outcomes
• Competence in mechanical project operations, plant troubleshooting, and performance monitoring
• Clear communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, operations, HSE, and contractor teams
• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement, safety leadership, and accountability

Your work environment

This role is based at Boddington Gold Mine and operates on a 5/2, 4/3 roster. You will be part of a high‑performing processing team within a complex gold operation that prioritises safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Village accommodation is available for the ideal candidate.

This is a fast‑paced operational environment where safety, teamwork, and engineering excellence are fundamental. You will be supported by established procedures, technical resources, and a culture that values speaking up, learning, and continuous improvement.

Why join Newmont

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine responsibly and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

Applications close 21 April 2026

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.

We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow

More About Newmont

• Website: http://www.newmont.com
• Lifecycle of a Mine: https://www.newmont.com/lifecycle-of-a-mine
• Blog: https://www.newmont.com/blog-stories/
• Annual sustainability report: https://www.newmont.com/sustainability/sustainability-reporting

Note: Newmont does not ask individuals to pay money to apply or be considered for employment or to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our secure, online portal. If you are asked to do either, do not respond and please report this immediately to it.sec@newmont.com.