Geotechnical Engineer

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.

Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Technical Services team of New Zealand's largest gold mine, Macraes, located in the stunning region of Otago. Working an 8/6 roster, days only, you will manage the stability of the underground working environment through systematic data collection, geotechnical analysis, planning and underground inspections in line with the Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP). This involves mitigating risk to personnel and equipment whilst allowing production targets to be met.  The Underground Geotechnical Engineer function is considered a safety and production-critical role within the mining operation.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Undertake daily inspections of the underground environment, including active headings, stopes and blast performance, installed ground support, reported hazards, new structural features and priority monitoring areas
• Photograph and maintain a records of all stope brows and other geotechnically relevant  items of interest
• Review geological mapping and operational ground condition records on a daily basis, ensuring that adversely-oriented structure and hazardous ground conditions identified, communicated with operations, and that appropriated mitigation plans are developed and understood
• Undertake routine geotechnical monitoring using a TARP and risk-based priority system.
• Interpret and analyse monitoring data to identify trends, hazardous conditions, and predict upcoming issues.
• Delineate, secure, and manage areas of hazard with appropriate signage and restrictions.
• Conduct all required QAQC on ground support as outlined in the Ground Control Management Plan.
• Carefully review daily/weekly/monthly operational plans and Mining Instructions (MI) to ensure anticipated geotechnical conditions have been considered and that suitable mining methods and ground support has been specified.