People and Culture Manager

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.

The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Company’s only asset that produces both gold and copper. Didipio was built by OceanaGold in 2013 and operates fully as underground mine, with over 800 employees that support the mine. Reporting to the Asset President - Didipio, you hold a vital role in ensuring the success of both the Didipio Mine and the Makati office by:

• Effectively manage and coordinate human resources activities throughout a life cycle of an employee from a strategic lens.
• Ensure the organization complies with employment laws, internal policies, and industry standards by embedding compliance into the day-to-day HR operations ensuring transparency, consistency, and legal defensibility while supporting a high-performance culture.
• Create a culture that drives ‘Our safe Behaviours’, The OceanaGold Way and Respect at work.
• Focuses on shaping and enabling a high-performance, values-driven culture through the development of leadership capability across all levels of the organization.
• Serves as a strategic partner to executive leaders and line managers by aligning HR practices with evolving business priorities, and by designing and leading workforce planning strategies that support long-term business goals.
• Ensures projects are scoped effectively, resourced adequately, and delivered on time and within budget, while maintaining alignment with stakeholder expectations and governance requirements.
• Continuously improve processes and systems to ensure efficiency and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Facilitate the performance review process and help employees if they face any challenges during the same.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the Asset President – Didipio Operations and other internal and external parties.
• Effectively lead, develop and coach the People and Culture team. 

• Graduate of Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or any related field. Master’s degree in human resources or organizational development is highly desirable.
• Min 10 years' experience in senior Human Resources roles
• Extensive management and leadership experience 
• Experience in developing and implementing HR strategies, policies and programs that align with business strategies.
• Strong understanding of local employment laws and regulations
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR best practices, employee engagement strategies, talent management and organizational development
• Familiarity with HRIS (Human Resource Information System) and HR technologies
• Understanding of compensation, benefits, and performance appraisal system
• Able to make data driven decisions to align HR initiatives with the overall business objectives and drive organizational change.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs.
• To support the requirements of this role, you must be based in Makati and be able to travel to the mine site on a fortnightly rotational basis.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Health Insurance 
• 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