Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) officially welcomed a fresh cohort of talent into its 2026 Graduate Development Scheme (GDS), headlined by seven standout undergraduate scholarship recipients from the PNG University of Technology. These high-achieving graduates are part of a larger intake of 44 professionals joining the company to bolster its future-ready workforce.
The seven scholarship graduates, who specialized in critical fields like civil, mining, and mineral processing engineering, join 37 other peers recruited from various tertiary institutions across the country, including UPNG, Divine Word University, and Pacific Adventist University.
Speaking on the milestone, Morris Nandun, Acting Manager Training and Capacity Development, emphasized that these programs are vital to Ok Tedi’s sustainability goals.
“Investing in people and developing Papua New Guinean capability is a key part of our sustainable priority and social responsibility as a 100 per cent PNG-owned company,” Mr. Nandun said.
“With our mine life extended beyond 2025, investing in education, structured training and workforce readiness ensures we operate sustainably while creating meaningful long-term opportunities for our people”.
For the graduates, the transition from the classroom to the mine site represents both a personal achievement and a commitment to national service.
“The Ok Tedi scholarship motivated us to remain focused and committed throughout our studies,” the graduates said.
“As we begin our careers, we understand the responsibility that comes with the opportunity and are committed to contributing positively to the Company and the country”.
The GDS is designed to support succession planning and safe operations, aligning with the company’s Growth 2050 Strategy to ensure long-term business resilience while delivering value for PNG.
