Job Description

OceanaGold is a multinational gold producer committed to the highest standards of technical, environmental and social performance. For more than 31 years, we have been contributing to excellence in our industry by delivering sustainable environmental and social outcomes for our communities, and strong returns for our shareholders.

Our global exploration, development, and operating experience has created a significant pipeline of organic growth opportunities and a portfolio of established operating assets including the Didipio Mine in the Philippines; Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand; and the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America. The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology that connects communities around the world. They also contribute to sustainable economic growth in the regions where we operate and direct employment for more than 2,500 people.

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OGC VALUES :  CARE | RESPECT | INTEGRITY | PERFORMANCE | TEAMWORK

 OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

If you share the same values and have what we are looking for, please apply online now via our careers website:

Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UNited States. 

Job Description

Develop and maintain the medium-term design and schedule, and effectively manage and de-risk the mining operations against adverse mine designs and schedule conditions. Specifically, plan and manage all capex designs and scheduling for the mine to ensure physicals are achieved in line with budget.

We believe in fostering the growth and development of our employees. While this role will start in the Planning Team, there are numerous opportunities for career placements within our organization. Future roles could include Underground and Open Pit positions, such as medium-range planning, short-range scheduling, drill and blast, continuous improvement, geotechnical engineering, ventilation engineering, and more. We are committed to providing our employees with the training and support they need to excel in their careers

• Operational Responsibilities
  • Prepare and deliver 3-month and rolling 12 month forecast in line with the Life-of-Mine and enable the business to meet its objectives in terms of production and cost.
  • Prepare and present designs and have approved through appropriate approval channels, ensuring inline with LOM and 3 month schedule.
  • Mentor and provide feedback and assistance to Drill and Blast designs.
  • Assist in managing scheduling systems for all activities required to effectively execute the mine plan.
  • Identifies possible upcoming schedule risks and sensitivities within area of control and initiate control measure to mitigate effects on overall mine schedule.
  • Actively look for opportunities to accelerate works/implement cost savings to provide schedule opportunities in area of control.
  • Prepare month end reports including spatial and mine plan attainment and communicate to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Ensure all works under area of control are completed to a standard that is fit for purpose and meets the end users’ requirements.
  • Other tasks as assigned by Senior or Superintendent
• People and performance management
  • Mentor junior engineers how to design and plan.
  • Maintain a productive culture through effective team building.
  • Monitor Junior team members in their performance and guide their activities as necessary to ensure requirements are achieved.
• Health, Safety, and Environment
  • Comply with OceanaGold Health and Safety Policy and Environment Policy.
  • Promoting safety awareness and environmental responsibility amongst company and contract personnel.
  • Report all personal injuries and incidents and assisting with investigations.
  • Actively supporting and participate in safety and environmental initiatives.
  • Accepting accountability to ensure personal safety and the safety of others whilst protecting the environment.
  • Monitor the reporting of workplace incidents and hazards to ensure effective risk mitigation is maintained.
  • Undertake workplace inspections and audits to ensure site standards are being adhered to.
  • Support incident investigations that occur within area of control.

  • Physical Requirements:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see.
  • Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts.
  • Must be able to climb 25’ vertical ladder sections unaided.
  • Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
  • Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
  • Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education
  • 4-year degree in Mining Engineering
• Experience
  • 3-5 years' relevant experience in hard rock mining.
  • Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in mine planning using DESWIK.sched or OPMS or EPS scheduling software’s (previous experience with DESWIK.sched will be highly regarded).
  • Significant experience in Drill & Blast highly regarded.
  • Significant experience in Longhole Stoping highly regarded.
  • Experience in open pit or underground development planning highly regarded.

Additional Information

OGC VALUES: CARE | RESPECT | INTEGRITY | PERFORMANCE | TEAMWORK

OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

If you share the same values and have what we are looking for, please apply online now via our careers website:

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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