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Why HR Is the Hardest Role to Fill in PNG — and What That Means for Your Business
If you've ever tried to hire a capable HR professional in Papua New Guinea, you already know it's not straightforward. It's not that there aren't applicants — it's that people who genuinely understand labour law, payroll compliance, and people management within the specific context of PNG are rare. The pool is small, and competition for the good ones is real. For multinational companies entering the market, this is the kind of problem that tends to stay invisible until someth
Apr 204 min read


Papua New Guinea Has No Shortage of Workers — Finding the Right One Is a Different Story
If you're expanding into Papua New Guinea or scaling up a project in 2026, the labour market might look straightforward on paper. Unemployment sits at just 2.6–2.9%, which suggests plenty of people available to hire. But that number doesn't tell the whole story. The challenge in PNG isn't finding workers — it's finding workers with the right skills, in the right region, with the right documentation to actually start the job. And for companies trying to navigate that alone, th
Apr 134 min read


In-House HR vs. HR Outsourcing: What's the Smarter Move?
For foreign companies operating in Thailand, Australia, or Papua New Guinea, building an internal HR team often feels like the logical first step. Having someone in-house to handle payroll, manage employee records, and oversee compliance seems straightforward — and for a while, it can be. But as operations grow across borders, the picture gets more complicated. Immigration requirements, local labour laws, payroll compliance, tax reporting — each country has its own rules, and
Mar 303 min read


We are hiring Senior Financial Controller at Papua New Guinea
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Financial Controller to lead our financial operations and enable strong, sustainable business performance. This role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, cashflow management, and provides strategic insights to support executive decision-making. Key Responsibilities - Lead financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting - Strengthen internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance - Manage cashflow, treasury, and fi
Dec 4, 20251 min read


Engineering Manager Role in Lae
The incumbent will ensure reliability, availability and capability of production equipment and supply of utilities, drive engineering...
Oct 30, 20222 min read


Crane Operators Required in PNG
Our client is looking for experienced fully licensed 70t crane operators for their project in Papua New Guinea. You will need to be...
Sep 29, 20221 min read
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