Senior Geologist - Exploration

OceanaGold; Cagayan Valley; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation on site

Health Insurance

Travel provided to and from work

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OceanaGold's Didipio mine in the Philippines seeks a suitably qualified Senior Geologist - Exploration to discover, delineate and grow mineral resources and to implement exploration programs across OGC tenements in a safe, sustainable manner. The role reports to the Manager - Exploration (Philippines) and requires strong experience in planning, drilling, data interpretation, and geological reporting.

Proficiency in ArcGIS and mining software (Micromine, Leapfrog) is essential.

Qualifications

• Ten (10)years’ experience in Mineral Exploration.
• Amenable to 2-year fixed term contract.
• Relevant experience in Au-Cu porphyry and Au-Ag epithermal deposits.
• Experience in planning, implementing, and managing drilling, geophysical, geochemical programs.
• Proficient in geological interpretation and data management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical assessments, studies and surveys.
• Collect and analyze geological data to generate exploration targets.
• Evaluate and rank exploration targets and maintain up-to-date the exploration pipeline.
• Develop and implement drilling plans to maximize exploration effectiveness and efficiency.
• Utilize ArcGIS and MiningSoftwares to capture and monitor exploration data.

Skills

Geology

Drilling planning

Geochemical sampling

Geophysical interpretation

Core logging

Education

B.S. Geology

Registered Geologist (PRC)

Professional Driver's License

Tools

ArcGIS

Micromine

Leapfrog

Job description

Company 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).

Job Description

The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Company’s 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.

OceanaGold is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable Senior Geologist - Exploration:

• To discover,delineateand grow mineral resources.
• To implement exploration work programs within the various OGC tenements in a safe and sustainable manner
• Toidentifyand generate exploration opportunities for potential business transactions.

This role reports to the Manager - Exploration (Philippines).

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Conductgeological,geochemical, and geophysicalassessments,studiesand surveys.
• Collect and analyzegeological, geochemical, and geophysical data togenerateexploration targets.
• Evaluate and rankexploration targets andmaintainup to date the exploration pipeline.
• Develop and implement drilling plans that maximizeexploration effectiveness andoperational efficiency.
• Utilizeand analyzethe exploration database and GIS software to capture andmonitorexploration data and information.
• Liaise with governmentagencyand local stakeholders/community
• Ensures direct reports are properlytrainedand systems are in place to ensure safety.
• Activelyparticipatesand promotes company safety, health and environmental programs and activities.

Qualifications

Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way

Educational Background

• B.S. Geology graduate

Work Experience and Background

• Ten (10)years’ experience in Mineral Exploration.
• Amenable to 2-year fixed term contract
• Relevant experience and understanding of Au-Cu porphyry and Au-Ag epithermal deposits.
• Understanding of current ore deposit models.
• Experience in planning, implementing, and managing drilling, geophysical, geochemical and reconnaissance exploration programs.
• Experienceingeological mapping and geochemical samplingmethodology, including analysis of data,interpretationand reporting of results.
• Proficient in geological interpretation, geological and geotechnical core logging, datamanagementand target/project generation
• Proficient in ArcGIS and MiningSoftwares(Micromine, Leapfrog)
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Specialization/License

• Registered Geologist (PRC)
• Professional Driver's License

Skills/Training/Experienced Required

• Field mapping, sampling,and core logging.
• Proficient in M.S. Office and MicrosoftProject
• Must be physicallyfit and able to work in remote conditions
• Professional Driver license holder, with experienced in 4WD

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Competitive salary
• 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.

YOU MATTER

OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believea variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED