Manager Exploration (Philippines)

The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Companys only asset that produces both gold and copper. Didipio was built by OceanaGold in 2013 and operates fully as underground mine with over 800 employees that support the mine.

The Manager - Exploration (Philippines) is in-charge of overseeing the exploration activities of the Didipio Mine. It is responsible for discovering additional gold-copper resources in the Companies Philippine exploration licenses and implementation of exploration permits. Also responsible for identifying evaluating and recommending for acquisition of gold opportunities throughout the Companys exploration permit.

Key tasks and Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements strategies to optimize exploration tenement management streamline processes and reduce administrative burdens
• Provides expert guidance and support in the preparation and submission of exploration plans reports and compliance documentation
• Develops a strategic position of leadership among one or more external networks to maximize OGPIs influence
• and credibility
• Provides strategic leadership and direction in resource assessment projects collaborating with
• stakeholders to develop long-term resource management strategies and plans.
• Represents the organization as a subject matter expert in resource assessment conduct workshops and training to team members
• Leads the planning and resource allocation activities to ensure the availability of resources
• Reviews the analysis and recommendations and checks for soundness feasibility and potential impact to operations before providing a final recommendation
• Defines the overall budgeting strategy incorporating innovative financial approaches and advanced forecasting
• models
• Innovates new exploration methodologies and techniques to improve efficiency and effectiveness in mineral
• exploration

Qualifications :

Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way

Educational Background:

• Registered Geologist
• Postgraduate qualification highly regarded

Work Experience and Background:

• 10 years experience in Mining industry
• Experience in gold and copper-gold exploration required with significant experience in Porphyry copper-gold and LS and HS epithermal gold mineralisation
• Experience with the application and interpretation of geological geochemical geophysical and drilling exploration techniques
• Exposure to a variety of commodity types exploration techniques mining methods and operational environments
• Understanding of resource estimation methodology and geostatistics
  

Additional Information :

WHATS ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary short-term and long-term bonuses
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Travel provided to and from work
• Health Insurance
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

Eligibility to Work: To be considered for this role you must have valid working rights in the country where the role is located. Unfortunately we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

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PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1