Engineer - Project Execution (Mechanical) (3 year Fixed-Term)

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.

Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.

Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Company’s only asset that produces both gold and copper. Didipio was built by OceanaGold in 2013 and operates fully as underground mine, with over 800 employees that support the mine.

OceanaGold is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable Engineer - Project Execution (Mechanical) (3 year Fixed-Term), who will provide and coordinate with Engineering Services for Projects being undertaken by the Capital Projects Group, under the overall control of the Manager – Capital Projects. This individual will coordinate the input of engineering, design, project control, procurement, contracts, estimating and construction functions for the various Projects being undertaken. The role will report to the Superintendent – Project Execution.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Promote safety health & environmental awareness in order to prevent injuries and/or damage.
• Ensure all incidents are reported via line management and ensure open communication is maintained for all HS&E information
• Assist the Superintendent – Project Execution in identifying resource skills and opportunities within the Project Execution team to execute tasks and act as the liaison with these resources to initiate and manage the Capital works being undertaken.
• Prepare documentation for all phases of Capital Works including; Concept Studies, User Requirements Specifications (URS); Project Execution Plans (PEP); AFE’s and Close out Reports
• Prepare (within discipline) and assist (across disciplines) in the preparation of documentation for Capital Works Contracts including; Scopes of Work (SOW); pricing schedules; Material Take Offs (MTO’s), tender reviews, tender clarifications and tender recommendations
• Develop metrics for the measurement of Engineering and Construction Works in progress, collect data for tracking progress against plan and provide inputs for weekly and monthly reports.
• Develop metrics for the measurement of Engineering and Construction Works in progress, collect data for tracking progress against plan and provide inputs for weekly and monthly reports.
• Ensure AFEs and/or Professional Service Agreements and/or Contracts and/or Purchase Orders are in place and up to date with the correct approvals in place prior to work being undertaken.
• Actively look for opportunities to implement cost savings without affecting safety, schedule or quality
• Ensure works under area of control have the appropriate QA/QC documentation (inspection test plans) in place prior to the work commencing. Carry out QC inspections and ensure QC inspection test plans are signed off at the required witness and hold points prior to work progressing.
• Compile QA/QC documentation into structured hand over packs during the course of the works, finalise QA/QC hand over packs at the end of each work package/project.

• Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way
• 5+ years of Project Engineering experience
• Engineering degree required
• Prior construction experience is required, ideally in processing plants or similar
• Advanced MS Office and MS Project skills
• Advanced professional report writing and cost reporting ability
• Acts in a manner that builds trust and demonstrates integrity
• Develops and maintains a positive working relation with others
• This role requires regular physical activity, occasional lifting of up to 60 pounds, and the ability to work in a mining environment with exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity
• Amenable to a 3-year fixed term contract

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Health Insurance 
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
   

YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]

Applications close 7 September 2025 and shortlisting will commence immediately.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED