Surveyor Mining

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).

Job Description

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!

• 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
• 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 [email protected]
 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED