Underground Ventilation Technician

About the role

The Underground Ventilation Technician supports the planning, monitoring and optimisation of the ventilation system at the Porgera Gold Mine. Reporting to the Senior Drill and Blast Engineer, the role ensures a safe, compliant and productive underground environment through regular surveys, data collection and assistance with ventilation planning.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct routine underground ventilation surveys measuring airflow, pressure, gas, temperature, humidity and dust.
• Inspect ventilation controls such as stoppings, regulators, doors, seals and fans.
• Verify that ventilation circuits operate according to approved designs.
• Collect, record and maintain accurate ventilation monitoring data.
• Prepare routine ventilation reports and trend analyses.
• Assist in updating ventilation models and mine ventilation plans.
• Support investigations into ventilation‑related incidents or abnormalities.
• Assist ventilation engineers with short‑ and long‑term planning and implementation of ventilation changes linked to mining development.
• Maintain a high level of health and safety awareness and comply with NPL Occupational Health & Safety policies.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering or a related discipline (preferred).
• Underground mining induction and relevant site competencies.
• Experience working in an underground mining environment.
• Knowledge of underground ventilation principles.
• Ability to use ventilation monitoring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record‑keeping.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and experience with ventilation software (e.g., Ventsim).

Required skills

• Ventilation monitoring equipment
• Ventsim ventilation software
• Microsoft Office suite

What we offer

• FIFO arrangement with a rotation of 21 days on‑site and 14 days off.
• Site‑based role in a leading PNG mining company.