9cv9 provides full-spectrum recruitment services in Papua New Guinea (PNG) — from local talent sourcing and executive search to expatriate recruitment, immigration/work-permit support, contractor supply, and workforce planning. Whether your business operates in mining, oil & gas, construction, agribusiness, or services, our PNG recruitment team combines local knowledge with international best practice to deliver compliant, skilled hires fast.
Local network + regional reach: Port Moresby and major regional hubs coverage, plus access to 9cv9’s Asia-Pacific talent marketplace.
Compliance first: We manage PNG work permits and immigration processes so hires begin work legally and swiftly.
Industry expertise: Focused teams for mining, oil & gas, construction, utilities, logistics, NGOs, and government sectors — the sectors that drive PNG’s economy.
Transparent, ethical recruitment: We follow PNG and international guidelines for responsible recruitment and labour mobility.
Sector concentration: Papua New Guinea’s economy is dominated by extractive industries (minerals, oil & gas), which account for a very large share of export revenue and government receipts; these industries (plus major infrastructure projects) are the main drivers of demand for skilled and semi-skilled labour.
Labour mobility & government initiatives: PNG has active labour mobility programs and is building systems to support worker deployment and governance; employers hiring foreign nationals must follow work permit rules administered by the Immigration & Citizenship Authority (ICA).
Work permits & visas: Non-citizens require a valid PNG work permit and employment visa — typically a condition of any overseas hire or expatriate posting. The permit is role-specific and must be approved before employment begins.
Nation-wide headhunt for CEOs, Country Managers, Technical Leads.
Shortlisting, competency assessment, behavioural interviews, reference checks, relocation planning.
Local candidate pools across Port Moresby, Lae, Mount Hagen, Kimbe, Kokopo, and provincial centres.
Campus programs and apprenticeship pipelines for long-term staffing.
Identify the right mix of expatriates vs local hires to meet project timelines and local content rules.
Full immigration and work permit management — applications, renewals, and compliance monitoring.
Short-term project teams, contractor crews, FIFO solutions for remote sites.
Integrated payroll & contractor management options.
Identity checks, employment history verification, police checks (where available), reference validation, and qualification verification.
Local employment contracts, Papua New Guinea labour law advisory, employee handbooks, onboarding, redundancy, and termination support.
Advice around advertising roles (local priority requirements) and citizen-first hiring rules.
Salary benchmarking, talent availability mapping, skills gap analysis, and labour-market forecasts for PNG projects.
Port Moresby (National Capital District) — Government, oil & gas, service headquarters.
Lae (Morobe) — Major industrial and logistics hub; gateway for project supply and skilled trades.
Mount Hagen (Highlands) — Agricultural and regional administrative centre.
Kimbe (West New Britain) & Kokopo (East New Britain) — Port/plant locations, fisheries, and plantation industries.
Discovery & role definition: We align job description, KPIs, local content expectations, and visa implications.
Sourcing & attraction: Local advertising, direct headhunting, candidate database, and international sourcing for specialist roles.
Screening & interviewing: Technical assessments, behavioural interviews, and cultural fit evaluation adapted for PNG workplaces.
Compliance & permit handling: Work permit application, assisting with ICA documentation, and employer sponsorship requirements.
Offer & placement: Salary negotiation, employment contract tailored to PNG employment law, onboarding plan.
Post-placement follow-up: 90-day check-ins, probation reviews, and retention support.
Advertise locally first where required: Some roles need to be advertised to PNG nationals before a foreign national can be engaged.
Work permits are mandatory: No non-citizen should commence work without a valid permit issued by ICA.
Plan lead times for permits: Planning for immigration lead times avoids project delays — factor permit time into project schedules.
Respect local content & training expectations: Many projects and concessions include local employment and training requirements; structured local-hire and upskilling plans improve approvals and community outcomes.
Mining & minerals: Mine managers, geologists, safety officers, heavy-plant operators, maintenance leads.
Oil & Gas / LNG: Project engineers, pipeline supervisors, subsea technicians, HSE specialists.
Construction & Infrastructure: Project managers, site engineers, foremen, skilled trades.
Agribusiness & Fisheries: Agronomists, plantation managers, processing supervisors.
Government / Development / NGOs: Program managers, community liaison officers, compliance officers.
Corporate & Services: Finance, legal, HR, procurement, ICT professionals.
Compensation varies widely by sector and seniority. Extractive-industry roles typically pay premium rates (often with allowances for remote posts and hardship). We provide tailored salary benchmarking per role and location so offers are competitive and compliant.
Local relationships matter: Building ties with provincial leaders, unions, and community stakeholders can be crucial for project stability.
Clear communications: English is commonly used in business, but Tok Pisin and Hiri Motu are important in many communities — using local languages for community engagement improves outcomes.
Health & safety: Remote site safety, medevac readiness, and culturally sensitive security planning are essential for workforce wellbeing.
9cv9 follows principles of ethical recruitment and supports PNG government efforts to strengthen labour governance and mobility frameworks. We vet overseas suppliers, ensure fair fees, and help clients comply with international labour standards.
Our search services specialize in identifying and attracting top-level executives and leadership talent to drive your organization’s success and growth.
“Our mining operations in Papua New Guinea needed skilled heavy-equipment operators and safety supervisors fast. 9cv9’s recruitment services in PNG exceeded expectations — from sourcing qualified local candidates in Port Moresby and Lae to managing work permits for our expatriate specialists. Their deep knowledge of the PNG labour market saved us weeks of hiring time and ensured full compliance with local employment laws. We will continue using 9cv9 for all future recruitment in Papua New Guinea.” — Operations Manager, Leading Mining Company
“We had an urgent requirement for experienced engineers and project managers for an LNG project in Papua New Guinea. 9cv9 Recruitment Agency delivered a shortlist within days, complete with background checks and market-based salary recommendations. Their expertise in PNG recruitment services, including immigration and work-permit processing, made the entire process smooth. They’re our trusted partner for recruiting both local talent and expatriate staff in Papua New Guinea.” — HR Director, International Oil & Gas Contractor
“As an NGO expanding into Papua New Guinea, we needed reliable recruitment services to source community liaison officers, finance staff, and program managers. 9cv9 understood the local context, provided culturally appropriate hiring advice, and found candidates who were both skilled and passionate about our mission. Their professional approach and strong network across PNG made them the ideal recruitment agency for our needs.” — Country Director, International Development Organisation
Looking to hire in Papua New Guinea? Contact our PNG recruitment specialists today for a tailored recruitment plan within 24 hours.
9cv9 offers end-to-end recruitment services in Papua New Guinea, including executive search, local talent sourcing, expatriate hiring, contract staffing, background checks, work-permit assistance, and HR advisory for compliance with PNG labour laws.
Yes. 9cv9 manages the entire work-permit and employment-visa process for non-citizen employees, ensuring your hires meet all Papua New Guinea Immigration and Citizenship Authority requirements before they start work.
Yes. We recruit skilled Papua New Guinea nationals for local content requirements and source qualified expatriates for specialised positions that cannot be filled locally.
9cv9 specialises in mining, oil and gas, construction, infrastructure, agribusiness, fisheries, corporate services, government, and NGO/development roles.
The timeline depends on the role, availability of candidates, and whether a work permit is required. For local hires, we can often present shortlisted candidates within 7–14 days; expatriate hires may take longer due to immigration processing.
Yes. We have experience placing staff for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) roles, remote construction projects, mining camps, and other hard-to-reach sites across PNG.
9cv9 combines deep local knowledge with an extensive Asia-Pacific talent network, offering fast turnarounds, compliance-focused processes, and tailored recruitment strategies for PNG’s unique business environment.
Yes. We conduct identity checks, employment history verification, reference checks, police clearances (where applicable), and qualification verification for all shortlisted candidates.
We recruit in Port Moresby, Lae, Mount Hagen, Kimbe, Kokopo, and other provincial centres, with access to candidate networks nationwide.
Simply contact our PNG recruitment team with your hiring needs, job descriptions, and target start dates. We will prepare a customised recruitment plan and begin sourcing immediately.
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