Manager – Waihi Exploration & Geology

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OceanaGold is recruiting a Manager – Waihi Exploration & Geology to lead the Wharekirauponga exploration program, manage budgets and tenements, and drive discovery and resource conversion while mentoring geologists and coordinating safety and environmental requirements. The role requires a BSc in Geology, 15+ years in mining and exploration, and at least 2 years in a leadership position, with proven field leadership, contractor management, and NI 43-101 reporting experience. It is a residential Waihi role offering a 9-day fortnight, competitive salary and benefits. To apply, tailor your CV to leadership, budget delivery, and successful discoveries, and email [email protected]; agency applications will not be accepted.

Company Description

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).

Our Waihi Operation in the North Island of New Zealand is an underground gold mine. A recent consent for the Waihi North Project, a new mine to be developed 6km north of the existing operation has provided a long-term extension of mine life providing our 400 staff and contractors, and the people of Waihi, an assurance that we plan to be here for the long-term.

Job Description

This is a key role for OceanaGold, as exploration drilling continues at the Wharekirauponga low sulphidation epithermal Au-Ag vein system. The role is key to success for OceanaGold’s discovery and Reserve replacement programmes and creation of long-term value. The role provides assurance of geological data collection, management, and use, provides expertise in generative, exploration, and operational geology teams, and manages the team and budget to deliver on the objective of discovering additional resources for OceanaGold.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Demonstrates visible field-based safety leadership, empowering individuals, and take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety of employees and hold direct reports accountable for the same.
• Spends time in the field mentoring less experienced geologists, leading field safety programs, and nurturing relationships with contract service providers.
• Executes the defined exploration strategy through developing and costing exploration work programmes that drive replacement and growth of the asset base through discovery and resource conversion.
• Develops and proposes a budget to support work programs and reports in a timely and accurate manner project-level expenditures, variances, and forecasts to ensure the programs are completed within budget.  Is accountable for identifying and implementing cost efficiency improvements.
• Maintains in good standing an effective tenement management system to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the land holdings of OceanaGold.
• Accountable for timely and accurate monthly reporting of progress to plan, technical reporting as required (including NI43-101 reports), and ad hoc reporting to support effective decision-making.
• Monitors and identifies business growth opportunities for additional discovery within the orbit of the asset.
• Identifies, builds, and develops talent and capability in the department including a pipeline of talent for key positions.
• Maximises drill rig efficiency and productivity (cost and metres) through effective contract management.
• Works in close collaboration with Environmental and EA&SP teams to ensure appropriate consultation, permitting, access agreements, and environmental management conditions are met ahead of execution of exploration programs.
• Builds and maintains effective communication and engagement skills to work at all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• BSc in Geology (or equivalent)
• Minimum 15 years of geology-related work experience in a mining and exploration environment.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a leadership role
• Energetic and field-oriented with a clear and personable communication style.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Company provided vehicle
• Enjoy the flexibility of a 9-day fortnight in a residential mine, situated in the stunning Coromandel region of NZ.
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Free Gym Membership 
• BP Fuel card discount
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

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 [email protected]
 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED