Principal Water Engineer – Groundwater

Job Description The primary function of this role is to lead water management within the Waihi North Project. Integral to this is the understanding and investigations required for the internal and external design and approvals necessary to advance the Wharekirauponga Underground Mine (WUG). Some Key Accountabilities: Support project management, geological, geotechnical and hydrogeological studies related to mine water management projects Oversee field work, including site characterisation, drilling requirements, hydraulic testing and water quality sampling and assessment Develop and deliver a detailed hydrogeological model for Wharekirauponga including the design, planning and implementation of any grouting requirements and water management infrastructure Actively engage with Waihi operations to collaboratively develop hydrogeological readiness Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Geology or Hydrogeology 10 + years' Hydrogeological experience, ideally in a role that has encompassed field work and hydrogeological investigations for underground mines Exposure to Australian or New Zealand mining (highly desirable) Demonstrated practical mine site experience (highly desirable) Long term involvement in technical investigations and support of hydrogeological projects Experience in underground mines within volcaniclastic deposits (highly desirable) Proven capability in managing specialised contractors and consultants across multiple work fronts Experience in community consultation, government and stakeholder engagement including the development of collaborative processes Advanced consultation, facilitation, advocacy, negotiation, interpersonal skills, report writing and presentation skills Additional Information Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Hybrid working arrangements Competitive remuneration  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: Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED