Manager Social Performance

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.

This dynamic and diverse role is ideal for candidates with experience in the extractives industry, particularly in social performance, including human rights, sustainable development / local content and modern slavery. It offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of these critical domains, helping to shape and embed responsible mining approaches that drive effective outcomes across the business.

Based in Brisbane and reporting to the Vice President (VP), External Affairs & Social Performance, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation and establish yourself within an expanding intermediate gold mining company.

Key responsibilities and objectives of the role include:

• Support the VP External Affairs & Social Performance to mature OceanaGold’s approach, systems, performance and governance in relation to social performance and human rights
• Actively support the development and implementation of external affairs and social performance standards, including supporting capability development and the rollout and compliance monitoring across the business
• Lead the implementation of a Social Performance data management system, facilitating improved data management, analysis and reporting for the functions at sites and Centre office
• Lead, coordinate, evolve the strategy and reporting of OceanaGold’s approach to modern slavery and responsible supply chain (including third party supplier risk), actively collaborating with and coordinating inputs from other expert functions
• Leverage and champion the interfaces and collaboration across functions and within the business to develop, steward and mature a sustainable development framework that supports the sites and business to effectively design, monitor and measure meaningful socio-socioeconomic outcomes and sustainable livelihoods in host communities
• Be an active contributor to the sustainability team, including collaborating on the ongoing evolution and implementation of the sustainability strategy, sustainability reporting, awareness and advocacy for sustainable outcomes, and seeking creative cross functional outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Science, International Development, Human Rights, or related discipline required.
• 7 + years demonstrated experience in a similar role, preferably including experience working in the extractive industries such as mining, oil & gas, or other heavy industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Social Performance in the extractive industry is required. Understanding of key Human Rights concepts and international frameworks (such as UNGP's, FPIC, IFC Standards etc) is important.  While prior experience related to responsible supply chain management and modern slavery is highly regarded but not essential.
• International experience, and/or experience working with teams in emerging/developing countries is desirable.

Experience:

• Sustainable development, local content strategies and/or effective community/partnership agreement making.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives. 
• Ability to write effective and high quality reports and actively engage senior management on emerging risks and opportunities related to External Affairs and Social Performance are key deliverables and essential qualities.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with culturally diverse stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and navigate sensitive cultural contexts.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights.
• Knowledge of modern slavery reporting and experience in sustainability report writing.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, and community consultation and engagement, particularly in the context of extractive industries and sites is highly desirable

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Discounts on retail and services
• Premium post ride facilities
• Wellness room
• Office surrounded by restaurants, shops and a short stroll to Southbank Parklands
• 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]
 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED