Workplace Type: Onsite
Tanami is one of Australia’s most remote and significant underground gold mines, located deep in the Tanami Desert of the Northern Territory. As a fully fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) operation, Tanami flies around 1,800 employees and contractors to site via its own airstrip, with teams working on a rotational camp roster. The mine was originally an open-pit operation but has evolved into a world-class underground asset with extensive modern infrastructure. A major expansion (Tanami Expansion 2) is underway – including a 1.5-kilometre-deep hoisting shaft – to extend Tanami’s life beyond 2040 and increase production efficiency. The remote location fosters a close-knit team spirit, where safety and mutual respect are paramount. Tanami’s workforce is proud to work in partnership with the local Warlpiri people on whose land we operate, ensuring that our presence contributes positively to communities. Working at Tanami means tackling unique technical challenges in a supportive environment, with a strong focus on Always Safe, responsible operations and improving daily to secure this mine’s long-term future.
Your Impact
Reporting to the Director Social Performance, you will lead the delivery of Newmont Tanami's Social Performance strategy, ensuring our operations continue to build trusted relationships with Traditional Owners, host communities and key stakeholders.
You will provide leadership across stakeholder engagement, Indigenous partnerships, cultural heritage, community investment and social impact management, ensuring Newmont meets its commitments while creating sustainable value for the communities in which we operate. Working across the business, you'll influence strategic decision-making, mentor your team and drive continuous improvement in social performance systems and programs
As part of our team, you will:
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Lead the implementation of Newmont's Social Performance strategy across the Tanami operation
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Build and maintain trusted relationships with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal communities, Land Councils and key external stakeholders
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Lead stakeholder engagement programs, community investment initiatives and Indigenous participation strategies
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Oversee social impact management, cultural heritage programs and community commitments
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Drive local content, Indigenous business participation and workforce development initiatives
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Ensure compliance with Newmont Social Performance Standards and relevant regulatory requirements
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Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing Social Performance team
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Provide strategic advice to operational leaders on social risks, stakeholder issues and community relations
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Manage social performance systems, reporting, budgets and continuous improvement initiatives
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Represent Newmont across community forums, government agencies and industry stakeholders
Prerequisites for your success in this role
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Demonstrated experience leading Social Performance, Community Relations or Indigenous Engagement programs within the mining, resources or major infrastructure sectors
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Proven ability to build trusted relationships with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal communities, Land Councils and government stakeholders
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Extensive experience managing stakeholder engagement, community investment and social impact programs
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Strong understanding of cultural heritage management, Indigenous participation and local content strategies
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Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing senior operational stakeholders
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Demonstrated experience managing complex community issues, social risk and organisational change
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Strong project management, budgeting and program delivery experience
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Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills
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Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences, Community Development, Sustainability or a related discipline (preferred)
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Experience implementing Social Performance management systems and international best practice frameworks (highly regarded)
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Current Australian Manual Driver's Licence
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Ability to work FIFO roster arrangements
Your Work Environment
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FIFO 8 days on site | 6 days off site
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Reside in our fully equipped accommodation village
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Approved point-of-hire locations: Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth and Brisbane
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Lead a dedicated Social Performance team supporting one of Australia's largest underground gold operations
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Work alongside operational leaders, Traditional Owners and community stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes
What’s on Offer
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Industry-competitive remuneration package
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Annual performance incentives
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FIFO allowance
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Health & Wellbeing Allowance
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Access to employee benefits, career development and progression opportunities with a global organisation
Join us and play a critical role in maintaining a safe, reliable and high-performing underground operation.
At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.
Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont
Hear from our people: Life at Newmont
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