Engineer - Mine Planning

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the New Your Stock Exchange (NYSE). 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 a global workforce of ~4600 employees and contractors.

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.

Job Description

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.

OceanaGold is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable  Engineer- Mine Planning, who will ensuring efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible extraction of mineral resources. This role will report to the Senior Engineer - Mine Planning.

Key tasks and responsibilities :

• Develops short-term and long-term mine plans
• Analyzes geological data to optimize plans
• Assist in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigation plans
• Examines and defines factors that could adversely affect project task completion, delivery of contractual work products or achievement of departmental and organizational goals
• Identifies the risks of negative outcomes (including error or fraud)
• Communicates the impact of identified risks and recommends corrective action
• Analyzes the constructability or manufacturing feasibility of a project
• Identifies and assesses risk, reliability, and/or uncertainty in the design of an engineered component, system, or process including its impacts on the environment, economy, and society

Qualifications

• 2 years’+ experience within the underground mining environment or equivalent
• Registered Mining Engineer
• Driver’s license advantageous 
• Radio Operator’s License advantageous
• Experience in mining operations (Surface and Underground)
• Knowledge in Deswik CAD, INX, principles of Drilling and Blasting, and production and development blasting schemes

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Travel provided to and from work 
• Rice allowance 
• Health Insurance 
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

Eligibility to Work:  To be considered for this role, you must have valid working rights in the country where the role is located. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

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 View email address on jobs.smartrecruiters.com

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED