Senior Engineer- Geotechnical

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.

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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

Job Description

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the stability and safety of both underground and open pit mining operations here at the Haile Gold Mine. Your expertise in geotechnical engineering will be instrumental in assessing ground conditions, designing support systems, and implementing measures to mitigate geotechnical risks. This role requires a strong background in geotechnical analysis, project management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Mentor and train geotechnical engineers and provide guidance on best practices.
• Conduct geotechnical assessments and site characterizations to identify potential risks.
• Design and implement ground support systems to ensure the stability of mining structures.
• Perform slope stability analyses, modeling, and recommend appropriate designs for both open pit and underground mining.
• Implementing ground support design standards for underground mine development and rehabilitation
• Collaborate with planning, operations, and other stakeholders to optimize mining methods.
• Ensuring ground control audits and quality assurance programs are carried out regularly and documented.
• Ownership of the site Ground Control Management Plan
• Prepare geotechnical reports, analyses, and documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain site Geotechnical block model
• Maintain numerical stress models
• Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and innovations in geotechnical engineering.
• All other duties as reasonably required

Leadership Capabilities:

1. Decision Quality – Making timely and sound decisions that propel the organization forward.
2. Cultivates Innovation – Pioneering new and improved ways for the organization to achieve success.
3. Instills Trust – Building confidence and trust through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
4. Action Oriented – Embracing new opportunities with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
5. Plans and Aligns – Strategically planning and prioritizing work to fulfill commitments aligned with organizational goals.
6. Ensures Accountability – Holding oneself and others accountable to meet commitments.
7. Develops Talent – Nurturing the growth of individuals to align with both their career aspirations and the organization’s goals.
8. Communicates Effectively – Crafting and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the distinct needs of various au