OceanaGold is a multinational gold producer committed to the highest standards of technical, environmental, and social performance.  For more than 31 years, we have been contributing to excellence in our industry by delivering sustainable environmental and social outcomes for our communities, and strong returns for our shareholders.

Our global exploration, development, and operating experience has created a significant pipeline of organic growth opportunities and a portfolio of established operating assets including the Didipio Mine in the Philippines; Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand; and the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America.  The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology that connects communities around the world. They also contribute to sustainable economic growth in the regions where we operate and direct employment for more than 2,500 people.

OceanaGold (Philippines), Inc. operates the Didipio Mine as the Government’s mining contractor under the Financial or Technical Assistance Agreement No. 001 and Addendum and Renewal Agreement with areas in the Provinces of Nueva Vizcaya and Quirino. It’s a world-class Mine and is known to be the first to use Digital Process Automation within the Philippines. Garnered also multiple MGB Safety awards like the prestigious 2016 Presidential Mineral Industry Environmental Award, the highest award conferred by the Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association and accredited in ISO 14001 and 5001 and with 15+ years of mining ahead of us.

OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

If you share the same values and have what we are looking for, please apply now via our career website:

https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold

For more details, check us at https://oceanagold.com/ or visit our Didipio Mine Facebook page.

Applications close on 16 November 2024.  Shortlisting will commence immediately, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About the role

OceanaGold are seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable Senior Engineer – Project Execution for a fixed term employment (2 years) who will be responsible in the execution and delivery of various projects planned to sustain mining operations and various external projects are completed safely, within an approved budget, and time frame. The role will assist the Section Superintendent in all areas of responsibilities within the section for the Business Services Department. The role will report to the Superintendent – Project Execution.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Adherence to OGPI procedures on Health and Safety having a strong commitment to  ensuring safe project execution. 
• Adherence to OGPI Contractor Management Procedures.
• Develop, manage, and lead a team of field engineers. 
• Provide oversight and administration to all projects being undertaken for the mining operations and community projects, this will include basic community infrastructure to major complex builds. 
•  Ensure all approved project construction plans are executed in accordance with specifications, schedule and budget requirements.
• Develop construction methodologies to ensure seamless execution, efficiency, provide scheduling opportunities, and properly manage risks involved in achieving target deliverables.
• Facilitate contingency measures for catch up opportunities to be able to complete projects within a specified schedule.  
• Establish and maintain engineering systems, appropriate checks and balances are in place to ensure procedural compliance and accuracy; and put in place appropriate communication tools to mitigate the risk of miscommunication, re-work, and loss.
• Maintain records of all projects under execution, providing an up-to-date database for management review. 
• Monitor the reporting of workplace incidents and hazards to ensure effective risk mitigation is maintained.
• Assist in the formulation and reviews of the document control system to ensure that applicability and effectiveness is achieved and that the quality is aligned with the OGC’s document control standard
• Timely generation of shift and weekly reports, contractor’s equipment and manpower timesheet verification, variation reports, and;  
•  Work with other departmental personnel, area owners, and end users to deliver the projects to everyone’s satisfaction. 

• Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering; Tertiary qualifications in engineering or equivalent.
• At least eight (8) years of supervisory experience and exposure in the following fields:

1. heavy civil and construction works, power plants, processing plants and piping;
2. community projects ranging from simple infrastructure to major facilities; and  
3. other community infrastructure and industrial facilities infrastructure.  

• Project Management and Contractor Management background is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite: MS Excel functions and setup, MS Word processing, MS PowerPoint presentation, and MS Project usage and processing.
• Oral and written communications with proven supervisory skills in a multi-disciplined workforce.
• High technical knowledge in general engineering (medium rise buildings, offices, pre-engineered structures, roads, retaining walls, drainages, detailed earthworks, and other related jobs).
• Proficiency in estimates and scheduling efficiency
• Sound technical presentation skills
• General project documentation skills (tender preparations, billing documentation, project inspection and assessment, quantity surveying, general written reporting, and database organization, setup and preservation)
•  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining quality is essential.
• Must display a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must have defensive driving skills. 

• Highly attractive remuneration package inclusive of health and life insurance benefits
• Great opportunities for career advancement with an international mining company
• Friendly roster with great onsite foods, accommodation, and with transport from point of hire is provided for non-Didipio residents
• Professional development skills training opportunities provided