Philip is a geoscientist from Papua New Guinea (PNG), born and raised in PNG. He graduated from the University of PNG in 2012, majoring in geology, and has since been working in the mining industry for over a decade. He is currently employed by Newcrest Mining Limited at Lihir gold mine, as Technical Services Superintendent. Philip is experienced in change management and operational improvement, with an interest in arts, history, and culture. He is passionate about human rights and supports non-profit organisations to deliver services in rural communities of PNG. Philip has volunteered with the YWAM Medical Ship (based in Townsville, Queensland) to deliver donations and medical supplies to remote areas of the southern region and western province of Papua New Guinea.