Engineer – Mining
- Full-time
Company Description
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.
Check us out - www.oceanagold.com
Job Description
Seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable Engineer – Mining who will be responsible for delivering all drill and blast engineering functions for the underground mine to ensure physicals are achieved in line with the life of mine plans and will report to the Senior Engineer – Mining.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Oversee the stoping process including preparation to execution of stope designs, reconciliation of completed stopes, and communicating stoping activities to operations and contractors
- Collaborate with contractors and suppliers ensuring their compliance to company standards and regulations
- Prepare explosive reports and statutory requirements of drill and blast function-related requests of MGB, PNP, etc. in a timely manner
- Perform timely preparation of drill, charge designs, and stope notes to ensure that blasted stocks are maintained
- Guide junior and graduate Drill & Blast engineers through effective coaching and mentoring
- Monitor the consumables and coordinates requirements with the procurement team as needed
- Analyzes rock characteristics to predict fragmentation outcomes
- Utilize geological data to forecast fragmentation outcomes
- Apply statistical methods to validate fragmentation predictions
- Coordinate with geologists and engineers to optimize blast performance
- Utilize software tools to model blast scenarios and modifies blast parameters under supervision to improve efficiency as well as evaluates blast results against predefined benchmarksConducts safety assessments and identifies potential hazards in blast plans
Qualifications
- Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way
- Licensed Mining Engineer
- At least two (2) years’ experience within the surface and underground mining environment or equivalent
- With a valid Professional Driver’s License and Radio Operator’s License is an advantage
- Knowledgeable in Deswik CAD and UGDB
- Production and development blasting schemes
- Possess knowledge in explosives management
- Ability to use logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems to achieve the desired outcome
- Good communication skills both oral and written
- Drive for continuous improvement and innovation
Additional Information
- 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
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.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold
**Applications close on 2 December 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the Philippines.
NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED