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Gold US $4,071.75 /oz -0.32

Surveyor — Mine Underground Projects

Job Description

Company Description

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

  • Maintain surface and underground survey processes to ensure achievement of project strategic objectives.
  • Accurately mark-up development designs.
  • Accurately mark-up surface infrastructure.
  • Establish scheduling systems for all activities required to effectively execute the Underground Project.
  • Actively manages works under area of control to ensure no impact on the critical path of the schedule
  • Identifies possible upcoming schedule risks within area of control and initiates control measures to mitigate effects on overall project schedule.
  • Actively looks for opportunities to accelerate works to provide schedule opportunities in area of control.
  • Prepare reports on all projects and communicate to all relevant stakeholders as required.
  • Design and implement value adding reporting systems.
  • Deliver project estimates and budgets to the required degree of accuracy within scope of control.
  • Actively look for opportunities to implement cost savings without effecting safety, schedule or quality.
  • Prepare and maintain an active register identifying all mine planning risks and opportunities for the project.
  • Ensure all activities within area of control are completed to the specifications nominated for the works being undertaken.
  • Ensure all works under area of control are completed to a standard that is fit for purpose and meets the end users’ requirements.

Qualifications

  • Strong results orientation and ability to consistently deliver against the plan
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
  • Collaborative working style, building strong internal and external relationships
  • Ability to work harmoniously in cross cultural environments
  • Ability to engage external consultants and contractors 
  • Excellent planning, organizing and prioritization capabilities
  • A motivated self-starter who can operate autonomously
  • Deswik, or similar, software expertise is desirable
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to interpret and disseminate technical information between internal and external stakeholders
  • Knowledge and experience with surface and/​or underground development and controls
  • 2+ years’ relevant experience in surveying role preferably surface construction or surface/​underground mining
  • Degree in Surveying
  • Driver’s license

Physical Requirements: 

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see. 
  • Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts. 
  • Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday. 
  • Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity. 
  • Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required. 

Additional Information

WHAT’S ON OFFER:

  • Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
  • Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
  • Long service recognition
  • Living Our Values recognition program
  • In-office snack shop
  • Paid training available and professional development
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
  • Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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 careers@​oceanagold.​com

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED