Exploration Administrator

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.

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

The Exploration Administrator is responsible for the administration and supervision of the clerical functions to support the exploration and geology teams.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Weekly and Monthly Geology and Drilling accounts management.
• Review and payment of the Exploration Invoices via the Pronto accounts program.
• Assist technical and commercial teams in identify and investigating variance to budget and forecast. 
• Contribute to departmental continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Assist procurement activities and maintain healthy supplier relationships. 
• Collaborate with other administrators to facilitate departmental travel and accommodation requirements.
• Timely and accurate entry of daily drilling data.
• Ordering and despatch of geology and sampling related supplies.
• Archive Daily accounting.
• Record keeping and Reporting.
• Word and Spreadsheet Processing.
• INX & Drill Hub data entry.
• Geology training administration.
• Field equipment supply and administration.
• Facilitate Exploration support meetings.
• Maintain department inspection register.
• Attend pre shift and safety meetings.

Reporting

• Monthly accrual report.
• Meeting minutes.
• Support cost estimation for budget and forecasting.

People relationships

• Teamwork - Build excellent working relationships, contribute to and be committed to the team purpose and objectives.
• Challenge attitudes and behaviours to promote wider thinking.
• Engage departments proactively to identify priorities and problem-solve to find solutions.
• Share wisdom, knowledge and experience of both management and individuals within the company with team members to encourage innovation and different views of various unit operations within the mine site.
• Build and maintain effective relationships both at the mine site and broader OceanaGold.
• Share information, knowledge and resources with co-workers.
• Proactively seek feedback from co-workers and provide feedback in a constructive and considerate manner.
• Take team goals as priority and cooperate with others to get task or work completed.
• Promote Teamwork spirit and arise together to face challenges.
• Demonstrate Integrity and responsibility through honest, Respectful and transparent communication.
• Handling enquires in a positive and helpful manner.

Qualifications

• Secondary schooling.
• Pronto or accounting software.
• Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.       

Experience               

• Strong PC skills and computer literacy, particularly in accounting programs, Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with Access or other database software and systems will be viewed favourably.
• Ability to work in a team with peers.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving work programs.
• Attention to detail with accurate and efficient data entry.

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
• 9-Day fortnight roster (enjoy a long weekend every other week)
• Hours of work 7:00am to 4:30pm
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross He