What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underground Control Systems Engineer position at OceanaGold?
Company Description
OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.
Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.
Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.
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!
Job Description
As an Underground Mine Control Systems engineer, you will serve as the liaison between planned operations and actual outcomes. Your role involves expanding, detailing, and refining operational plans to ensure alignment with organizational goals on a short interval level. This role manages underground mining operations and delivers mine design and physicals to approved standards in line with the life of Mine Schedule and Budget requirements through application of a Safe Mining System and achievement of the strategic plan.
- Operate and improve control, coordination and communication systems for the integration of the Mine Control into the underground mining operations, infrastructure and emergency response
- Oversee the provision of current information to the underground mining operations
- Utilize current systems for the collection of mining physicals and equipment utilization data and incorporate in reporting.
- Engineer the execution of work underground utilizing task planning, work allocation and shift scheduling tools and working relationships to safely achieve mining physicals.
- Co-ordination with Underground Shift Supervisor to action the adjusted Daily Plan
- 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 weekly / monthly reports on all projects and communicate to all relevant stakeholders. - Design and implement value adding reporting systems.
- Actively look for opportunities to implement cost savings without effecting safety, schedule or quality.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years working in mining industry preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering
- 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.
- Basic knowledge of mining cycle and activities
- Knowledge of data databases and management
- Knowledge of dispatching/ Short Interval Control software, ie Pitram, Deswik.OPS, Fewzion preferred
Additional information
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.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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