Technician - Surveying

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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This is an excellent opportunity to learn the mine surveyor role. If you are studying Level 6 Surveying Diploma or are committed to doing so, this position will allow you to combine your studies with practical experience. Working as part of the Open Pit technical services team, you will provide support to ensure production targets are met.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain survey control points that ensure the highest accuracy for the mine.
• Prioritise, coordinate, and execute all production survey field work tasks requested by internal customers to meet the requirements of the production schedule.
• Undertake period as-built surveys using surveying technology including total stations, GNSS and UAVs.
• Deformation monitoring surveys of pit walls and structures
• Maintain a high standard of communication between the miners, consultants and OGL staff associated with the open pit mine.
• Maintain survey equipment in good working order and report any defects to the Senior Mine Surveyor
• Utilise survey and 3D modelling computer software to process and disseminate survey data as required in the appropriate format (hardcopy and digital).

• Degree in Earth Sciences, Engineering, OR Surveying or willing to undertake New Zealand Diploma in Surveying (Level 6) with the companys' support.
• Full, clean, current drivers licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is essential
• Further tertiary qualifications/industry certifications/mining experience would be well regarded

• Grow with us: we commit to funding your Level 6 Diploma in Surveying if required.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including free private medical.
• Live and work in the stunning Otago region, at NZ's largest gold mine.

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 13th November 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED