Overview
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 Reporting to the Director, Tailings & Dams for the Africa Asia-Pacific (AAP) region, in the position of Specialist, Tailings & Dams you will provide enterprise-level governance for operating tailings storage facilities (TSFs) and water storage facilities (WSFs), and serve as a technical subject matter expert in both the management of existing facilities and the design of new ones. This position supports the safe, responsible and sustainable management of TSFs and WSFs across Newmont's AAP region which includes the Cadia, Boddington, Tanami, Lihir, Ahafo South and Ahafo North mine sites. You will play a key part in strengthening Newmont's risk management processes for TSFs and WSFs. You will work closely with site teams to identify potential risks, develop and prioritize mitigation actions and track progress to ensure timely and effective implementation. In addition, this role offers the opportunity to support several exciting new TSF projects currently in varying stages of design across the AAP region. These projects provide a unique chance to influence the development of TSFs from early design through execution.
As part of our team you will also
* Support the development of, and updates to, standards and guidelines related to TSFs and WSFs
* Implement tools and processes to improve performance and management of TSFs and WSFs
* Implement and oversee systematic third-party reviews (i.e. independent technical review board, stewardship program and periodic dam safety review) and assist site-specific process improvements to address identified risks and/or recommendations
* Support risk assessments and provide input into the implementation of risk mitigation action plans
* Act as Newmont liaison with engineering firms (i.e. Engineer of Record) and provide technical guidance across operations and major projects
* Be subject matter expert for input into project-related geotechnical, hydrological and hydrogeological data collection, analysis, design, construction, operational management and closure and documentation peer review for stage-gate process
* Provide support to the Director, Tailings & Dams for strategic life-of-mine and life-of-asset tailings management planning including evaluation and implementation of improved technologies, innovation and goal setting for responsible and safe closure
* Mentor, train and develop team in relation to tailings management and dam safety including leading and/or supporting global team meetings, collegiate and workshops
* Undertake research on current industry trends and best practice and provide input into implementation of Newmont's Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management
Prerequisites for your success in the role
* University degree qualification in Engineering (Civil/Geotechnical/Geological) with an accredited course in Soil Mechanics
* Post-graduate degree qualification in a related discipline preferred
* Chartered Professional Engineer accredited by Engineers Australia and current membership
* Demonstrated experience in a similar position within a consulting firm or global mining operation
* Knowledge of mine operations principles and practices in civil, geological, geotechnical and hydrological engineering
* Expertise in soil mechanics, embankment design and construction, mine material investigation and characterisation, water management and water balance and tailings technologies and management practices
* Competency in tailings and water storage facility design, including operations, surveillance and risk management
* Proven ability to work constructively in a team environment and engage respectfully with diverse stakeholders
* Advanced technical writing skills with experience in presentation delivery across diverse audiences
* Skills in Microsoft Office applications and geotechnical/hydrotechnical-related software – i.e. stability, seepage, settlement, deformation, water balance, geological modelling, geotechnical data management modelling etc.
Your work environment
This permanent position will be offered on an FTE flexible work arrangement and open to applicants currently living in Australia (ideally Perth or Brisbane) with full and unrestricted eligibility to work in Australia. Ad hoc travel to Newmont's AAP regional sites will be a requirement of the position with irregular international travel on an as needed basis. 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 Fri 27 Feb 2026.
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