Technical Services Surveyor

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience. We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values — Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork — we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

Haile Gold Mine located in South Carolina is the largest gold mine on the East Coast of America. Our employees are at the heart of all we do. With 84% of our employees living in the surrounding community, they are neighbors and friends as well. Join our team, where your expertise can make a true impact!

As a Surveyor Assistant at Haile Gold Mine, you will play a critical role in the efficient and safe operation of our open-pit mining. Your responsibility will be to accurately measure, map, and monitor the progress of mining operations to ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards, and production targets. You will utilize surveying technology and techniques to gather data and provide essential information. 

• Complies with all safety requirements and observes all company policies and procedures 

• Set-out design control, drill holes, and grade control on time according to work priorities in an active mining environment 

• Safely work around heavy machinery including but not limited to haul trucks, loaders, and drills 

• Proactively check as built for design compliance as areas are mined and provide additional control as required to remediate variances. 

• Maintain record of survey data 

• Using computer software to produce plans and data for operations and technical team 

• Collect geotechnical data at the required interval and according to specifications determined by geotechnical Engineer. 

• Assist Senior Surveyor with any requested tasks 

• Carries out all other duties that may reasonably be required 

• Previous experience 1 – 5 years of experience in a hard rock mining environment preferred. 

• Certifications Survey certification, degree, or formal training course is preferred. 

• Previous experience with CAD software is preferred 

• High School Diploma / G.E.D. is preferred. 

Health and Safety 

• Develop and continuously promote strategic objectives and health and safety awareness programs to ensure all workers and site contractors understand their health and safety responsibilities. 

• Lead, advise and co-ordinate the departmental health and safety officers Advisors to deliver the site health and safety objectives. 

• Contribute to the ongoing development and review of site policies, procedures, hazard management plans and standards. 

• Advise and assist senior management to establish business health and safety objectives, targets and KPIs that are fully integrated with the site’s business unit plans. 

• Facilitate regular hazard/​risk management planning via regular risk reviews incorporating business unit hazard identification, risk assessment and control practices, and ensuring compliance. 

• Organize and conduct regular health and safety audits and workplace inspections. 

• Ensure that all health and safety documents are controlled in accordance with the relevant corporate standards. 

• Assist in Producing a monthly report for both company (and statutory) requirements. Reports will include incidents, safety statistics, budget performance and relevant occupational health, safety, and training initiatives. 

• Assist the site management team to develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan. 

• Always ensure a high standard of emergency preparedness by ensuring suitable numbers of site personnel are trained as Emergency Responders, ensuring equipment is regularly inspected and maintained in good working order, ensure regular training exercises and realistic scenarios are carried out; and regularly update procedures and call out systems. 

• Manage an effective on-site medical facility, ensuring adequate first aid and treatment resources are always available. 

• Co-ordinate MSHA liaison and host MSHA audits and investigations. 

• Maintain the requisite experience and credentials to act as the MSHA registered ID for Haile Operations. 

• Act in the role of Rehabilitation Coordinator, liaising with Department Managers, HR, doctors and the injured person to develop a structured rehabilitation program with the aim of returning the injured person back to full-time employment. 

• Act in the role of the Safety Manager during his absences 

Training 

• Ensure gap analyses are completed of all training onsite to the role competencies. 

• Develop Assist in training and development plans for each role following the gap analyses. 

• Audit workforce against the training plans. 

• Assist in the Development of adequate lesson plans for the workforce ensuring all business unit related training is mapped to the relevant standards. 

• Maintain development training plans for ongoing development and up-skilling of line management front line supervisors and Superintendents. 

• Develop strategy to access relevant government training and development support funding. 

• Conduct audits of the site training to ensure alignment and effectiveness. 

• Manage Coordinate safety leadership training and ensure the training returns match the required outcomes and leadership behaviors. 

• Assist Develop in annual site training plan and budget. 

• Coordinate cost effective site wide training. 

• Review and update induction training packages across the site and ensure alignment with OGC corporate standard. 

• Ensure the development of standards and procedures for auditing contractor training as relevant to the underground. 

• Audit contractor training to ensure compliance with OGC and relevant standards as relevant to the underground. 

Safety 

• Perform all work and associated functions safely: 

• Correctly use all PPE 

• Obey all written and verbal health and safety instructions 

• Establish and maintain the highest possible standards of housekeeping and cleanliness in individual work area and mine site in general 

• Attend pre-shift safety and toolbox safety meetings. 

• Complete Stop-Think and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to undertaking tasks. 

• Report all incidents and near misses and workplace hazards. 

• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) specified for equipment or tasks and be involved in the development and review/​revision of procedures when required. 

Other: 

• Carry out all other duties that may reasonably be required. 

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 hart 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. 

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, NC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• In-office snack shop
• Monthly 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