Exploration- Geotechnician

OceanaGold is a growing intermediate gold and copper producer committed to safely and responsibly maximizing the generation of Free Cash Flow from our operations and delivering strong returns for our shareholders.

We have a portfolio of four operating mines: the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America; Didipio Mine in the Philippines; and the Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand. Our operations are supported by a global workforce with significant exploration, development and operating experience.

Our Purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology which connects communities around the world. Our activities also contribute to economic growth and improved health and education outcomes in the regions where we operate. We provide direct employment for over 3,700 people and indirect employment for many more.

Our Vision is to be a company people trust, want to work and partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. This Vision is brought to life by our Values – Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance and Teamwork – which put our people, host communities, the environment and our stakeholders at the forefront of our decision-making.

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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: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold

All Haile Gold Mine employees must comply with MSHA, state and federal health and safety regulations, company policies and procedures, and the company’s environmental policies.  The following list is an overview of the basic functions for this position:

• Conduct geotechnical logging for rock properties and weigh samples for density
• Photograph core, download and label photos
• Cut core using rotary saws
• Sample core and place in sample bags after cutting
• Ensure that cut core sample IDs match the master sheets provided
• Insert blanks and standards into sample batches for QAQC
• Place samples in large plastic blue barrels for offsite shipment to assay lab
• Operate mobile equipment including forklifts, pickup trucks, skid steer and ATV
• Be able to competently reverse an 18-foot trailer
• Operate core cutting electric saw, hand tools, hammer, shovels, broom and scrapers
• Perform pre-operational inspections and examinations of equipment and work areas
• Retrieve drill samples from the field and deliver to core shed
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner 
• Ability to communicate with drillers and geologists
• Assist with down-hole surveys and drill rig set-up
• Place silt fencing in the field adjacent to drill sites
• Deliver cut core for final storage using trailer hitched to pick-up truck
• Organize and inventory ground pulps
• Other duties as assigned

While experience is preferred, this can be an entry level position for a motivated candidate

Physical Demands

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Able to hear sufficiently to distinguish various pitches of warning alarms.
• Wear personal protective equipment designated for the work area and task, including safety-toe shoes, safety glasses, respirator, rain gear, hearing protection, appropriate gloves, hard hat, and any other equipment required for safe performance of duties.
• Lift up to 50 pounds when required.
• Repetitively lift up to 35 pounds for a period of up to 10 hours per day, using the safest lifting techniques for various tasks.
• Stand at one station for up to 10 hours per day.
• Maneuver fingers, hands, wrists and arms continuously up to 10 hours per day.
• Work in an outdoor environment.
• Walk and stand on uneven and wet surfaces for extended periods of time (entire shift).

Education:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Basic Math and English skills

Experience:

• Previous related experience preferred but not required.

Language Skills:

• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English are required

Other Skills:

• Work around power tools
• Drive mobile equipment

• Opportunity to work with a diverse and innovative team
• Entry level role with room for professional development 
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

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:

https://careers.oceanagold.com/jobs

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

NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED