Company Description
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.
Our Waihi Operation in the North Island of New Zealand is an underground operation. A recent consent to develop the previous Martha mine has provided our project with an extension of life providing our 350 staff and contractors, and the people of Waihi, an assurance that we plan to be here for the long-term.
Job Description
The Waihi North Project (WNP) is for a new gold mine, 10km north of the existing site in Waihi. It is currently going through the governments' "fast track" consenting process and construction has begun. This role will be responsible for cost control, financial reporting, and contract coordination across a complex, multi-disciplinary underground mining project exceeding NZ$1 billion in capital value.
Primarily responsible for project cost control reporting for all work relating to the Waihi North Project. In conjunction with providing a variety of other duties in order to support wider OceanaGold project delivery. The role ensures rigorous financial governance, transparent cost visibility, and proactive management of budget, forecast, and commitments across engineering, procurement, and construction phases.
This role will partner closely with the Project Controls Manager, Project Planner, Project Manager, Technical Services Manager and Project Director to deliver accurate cost tracking, risk-adjusted forecasts, and contract compliance to support the successful execution of large-scale underground mining works and associated surface infrastructure.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the establishment and maintenance of integrated cost control systems for a billion-dollar underground mining project, aligned with the WNP execution framework and contracting models.
- Track and report actuals, commitments, forecasts, and variances across all cost centres (development, construction, ventilation, backfill, civils, surface facilities, etc.).
- Maintain the project cost database, ensuring coding accuracy.
- Prepare monthly cost performance reports, cashflow forecasts, accruals, and cost-to-complete analyses for executive and board review.
- Manage cost variations and support the team with financial documentation.and prepare root-cause commentary, and corrective-action recommendations.
- Support annual budget planning and long-term capital forecasting cycles.
- Coordinate with Finance to reconcile project ledger balances and ensure alignment with IFRS/GAAP accounting standards.
- Collaborate with project and contract managers to understand cost drivers and assumptions.
- Coordinate contract commitments, variations, and progress claims for major underground mining packages (development mining, ground support, raiseboring, electrical, mechanical, and paste fill).
- Support the Commercial and Contracts teams with the review of contract terms, change management, and payment certification processes.
- Track all contract expenditure against original award and approved variations, maintaining a comprehensive register of commitments and liabilities.
- Assist in the preparation of tender evaluation summaries, commitment reports, and claims assessments.
- Support audits of major contracts to confirm compliance with company policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
- Collaborate with Project and Technical Services Managers, Engineers, Finance Team and Planners to ensure data consistency between cost, schedule, and scope baselines.
- Interface with corporate systems (Primavera P6/Pronto) to maintain data integrity.
Qualifications
- 5 - 10 years experience in similar scale infrastructure project reporting role;
- Degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting, Project Management, or a related field.
- Further study or certification in Cost Engineering is advantageous.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) – intermediate to advanced Excel skills essential.
- Full drivers license with ability to drive a manual preferred.
Additional Information
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
- Free Gym Membership
- Living Our Values recognition program
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
**Applications close 31 October 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position.
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
