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
OceanaGold are seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable Geologist-Mine Geology to maintain a grade control system which ensures quality of ore production is obtained as well as the quality and quantity of the ore delivered to the mill, supervise Resource Definition drilling, as well as other sampling and mapping campaigns, to better understand and consequently communicate results to the Mining Tech Services, Mining Management and Process and Surface Operation Teams to effectively inform said teams to make timely and efficient decisions. The role will report to the Senior Geologist-Mine Geology.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Maintains and promotes company safety and environmental programs;
- Supervises drilling activities including drill area preparation, rig mobilization and set-up;
- Assists in core logging and facilitate data gathering Magsus, pXRF, and Terraspec measurements;
- Daily monitoring and inventory of Underground and ROM pad ore stockpiles;
- Provides geology inputs for the short-term plans to support the Mine Operation;
- Performs detailed mapping and sampling of development drives;
- Prepares geological maps, cross-sections, and other visualizations; and
- Daily reporting of drill progress.
Qualifications
- Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way;
- Should possess a strong drive for health and safety management;
- Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Geology;
- Licensed Geologist;
- Previous experience in Open Pit or Underground Geology will be well regarded;
- Knowledgeable in 3D software packages (Leapfrog, Minesight, Surpac, Deswik, etc) will be well regarded;
- With a valid Professional Driver’s License; and
- Drive for continuous improvement and innovation.
Additional Information
- Highly attractive remuneration package inclusive of health and life insurance benefits
- Great opportunities for career advancement with an international mining company
- Friendly roster with great onsite foods, accommodation, and with transport from point of hire is provided for non-Didipio residents
- Professional development skills training opportunities provided
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 4 November 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the Philippines.
