Mining Engineer (Open Pit)
OceanaGold Corporation
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Job summary
OceanaGold Corporation invites applications for a Mining Engineer to join the Macraes operation in Otago, New Zealand. The role provides professional mining engineering services to the open pit operation and surrounding projects, with focus on safe extraction and efficient design.
A strong CAD and mine planning background is required. Residential position with competitive salary plus bonuses, healthcare, study support, and flexible work arrangements.
Qualifications
- University degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
- Two years’ experience in open pit or underground mining.
- Experience with CAD software in production environments.
- High computer literacy; knowledge of mine planning software.
- Valid driver licence; manual vehicle experience preferred.
- B-Grade Quarry Manager’s CoC, or ability to obtain.
Responsibilities
- Produce and distribute engineering designs for the safe and efficient extraction of material.
- Create stage designs that meet the budget and operational requirements.
- Modify pits, dumps, and roads to improve cashflow and efficiency.
- Design blast patterns to optimise mining sequence.
- Design drill patterns to meet operational needs and optimise fragmentation.
- Assess pit, dump and road design options and costs; prepare set out plans.
- Develop dewatering strategies for existing and new projects.
- Produce weekly production schedules aligned with the monthly forecast.
- Lead daily planning meetings to coordinate production schedules.
- Produce monthly forecasts considering current conditions and budget.
- Evaluate efficient haulage routes and report variances.
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Job description
OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience. We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.
Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork, we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).
OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience. We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.
Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork,we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).
Join our Macraes operation and live a work in Otago, New Zealand, with its stunning scenery and outdoors lifestyle! There are few residential mines in the world in such an amazing location. Our Open Pit Tecchnical Services team are hiring an additional Mining Engineer as we continue to grow production. The role provides professional mining engineering services to the open cut operation at Macraes.
- Produce and distribute engineering designs for the safe and efficient extraction of material.
- Create stage designs that meet the budget and operational requirements.
- Make design modifications to pits, dumps, and roads that will improve cashflow and operational efficiency as required.
- Design blast masters to optimise mining sequence.
- Design drill patterns to meet operational needs and optimise fragmentation.
- Assess pit, dump, and road design options and costs, and prepare set out plans for construction as required.
- Design waste rock stacks and rehabilitation that meet or exceed best practice guidelines.
- Develop dewatering strategies for existing and new projects.
- Produce achievable weekly production schedules in line with the monthly forecast.
- Lead the daily planning meeting to coordinate efficient execution of production schedules.
- Produce a monthly forecast that considers current operational conditions and budget requirements.
- Evaluate and advise on the most efficient haulage routes.
- Monitor and report on schedule variances to inform planning assumptions.
- Assist Geotechnical Engineer with pit wall and ground stability monitoring and reporting as required.
- Comply with all safety requirements and observe all company policies and procedures.
- University degree in Mining Engineering, or equivalent.
- Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.
- B-Grade Quarry Manager’s CoC, or ability to obtain one preferred.
- Two years’ experience working in open pit mining or underground mining.
- Experience using CAD software in a production environment.
- High degree of computer literacy, including experience in mine planning software. Experience with MineSight/MinePlan products an advantage.
- Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
- Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
- Discounts on retail and services
- Free Southern Cross Healthcare and Life Insurance
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recoginition program
- Free transport to work
- Flexible work arrangements
- Study assistance
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at careers@oceanagold.com
**Applications close 24 September 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position.
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