Underground Mine Geologist

Details of the offer

Full-time




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.
Check us out - www.oceanagold.com




Job Description


OceanaGold's Macraes (NZ) Mine is seeking an Underground Geologist to join the team. This is a drive in, drive out opportunity with the mine situated 1 hour drive from Dunedin or Oamaru, each with stunning landscapes and beaches to explore! For the more adventurous, Queenstown is just a 2.5 hour drive, offering endless amounts of exciting activities (skiing, kayaking, hiking, water sports, fishing and more) to explore on your days off.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced mine geologist who collaborates and engages with the team, in alignment with OceanaGold's Purpose, Vision and Values. Macraes is the largest mine in NZ, employing over 650 people, offering lots of long-term career growth opportunities.
The primary function is to collect geological information via sampling, mapping, core and rock chip logging to be used for ore/resource delineation and/or the optimisation of ore extraction.
You will be required to work in all operational areas of the mine with core role duties across each function and operational area specific duties. Training will be provided to ensure efficient and effective performance of duties when reassigned to a different operational area.
Key tasks and responsibilities:

Identify and correctly classify the ore zones
Assist in the review of stope and ore drive plans
Support the underground GC drilling
Undertake sampling of stope ore and underground ROM pad
Ensure haulage is designated correctly according to grade
Provide coverage for the underground production geologist as needed
Monitor development headings and stope production
Complete geological mapping, trenching and sampling
Direct the excavator within the ore zone (ore spotting)
Assist with interpretation of the ore body
Prepare, log and sample core
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) specified for equipment or tasks and be involved in the development and review/revision of procedures when required.





Qualifications



A degree in geology or other relevant earth sciences
First Aid Certificate
Current Driver's License
Previous experience in an open pit or underground environment desirable
Intermediate computer literacy including experience in mining software and databases desirable





Additional Information



Join Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine
Drive in, drive out role with free bus transport available
8 on / 6 off day only roster

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.oceanagold.com/jobs
**Applications close 28 November 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED




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