Company Description
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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Job Description
Seeking a suitably qualified and reliable Geologist (Geologist) to support and assist the company in its pursuit of exploration and discovery of Au-Cu deposits in the Philippines. The role is intended as a starting position for a geologist with 1-2 years of experience or recent graduates with relevant skills and experience. The position is Fixed term, Didipio Mine based and will report to the Senior Geologist-Exploration.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Participate and actively collaborate with all safety, health and environment-oriented activities, initiatives, programs and compliances.
- Support the Implementation of MGB endorsed Exploration Work Programs (ExWP).
- Assist with field-based mapping, sampling and exploration target assessment
- Assist with execution of drilling programs and drill core logging
- Assist with GIS data processing and database management.
- Contribute to sections of regular company reporting and statutory reporting requirements.
- Liaise with government agency and local stakeholders/community
Qualifications
- Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way
- Licensed Geologist
- Preference for those with relevant experience in field-based geological Mapping and Core logging
- Ideally, having one (1) year of relevant experience in Mining or Mineral Exploration
- Recent graduates will be considered, ideally having completed an Internship, a Skills Appreciation Program or other relevant training
- Knowledge of mineral deposit models and basic geochemical and geophysical exploration techniques.
- Understanding, training and/or exposure to GIS software
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Willingness to work in challenging terrain and remote locations.
- Strong safety awareness and commitment to workplace safety.
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
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:
https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold
**Applications close on 22 March 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the Philippines.
NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
