Geologist - Underground Mining
- Full-time
- Macraes
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Job 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.
Check us out - www.oceanagold.com
OceanaGold’s Macraes (NZ) Mine is seeking a Geologist to join the team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced mine geologist who collaborates and engages with the team, in alignment with OceanaGold’s Purpose, Vision and Values. Macraes is the largest mine in NZ, employing over 650 people, offering lots of long-term career growth opportunities.
The primary function is to collect geological information via sampling, mapping, core and rock chip logging to be used for ore / resource delineation and / or the optimisation of ore extraction.
You will be required to work in all operational areas of the mine with core role duties across each function and operational area specific duties. Training will be provided to ensure efficient and effective performance of duties when reassigned to a different operational area.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Identify and correctly classify the ore zones
- Assist in the review of stope and ore drive plans
- Support the underground GC drilling
- Undertake sampling of stope ore and underground ROM pad
- Ensure haulage is designated correctly according to grade
- Provide coverage for the underground production geologist as needed
- Monitor development headings and stope production
- Complete geological mapping, trenching and sampling
- Direct the excavator within the ore zone (ore spotting)
- Assist with interpretation of the ore body
- Prepare, log and sample core
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) specified for equipment or tasks and be involved in the development and review/revision of procedures when required.
- A degree in geology or other relevant earth sciences
- First Aid Certificate
- Current Driver’s License
- Previous experience in an open pit or underground environment desirable
- Intermediate computer literacy including experience in mining software and databases desirable
- Join Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine
- Join a hard-working Underground Geology team
- Develop your career long-term
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
**Applications close 21 September 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
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