Principal Hydrologist at OceanaGold

, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Water modelling, Water management, GoldSim, Technical leadership, Water governance, Compliance, Stakeholder engagement, Mentoring, Data analysis, Reporting, Strategic planning, Civil engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology

Industry

mining

Description

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 We are seeking an experienced water professional to provide specialist expertise in surface and underground water management and modelling. This role supports both operational delivery and environmental planning, helping ensure strong water governance and compliance across our operations. This role will work closely with site-based operational and environmental teams, provide technical leadership, and help embed best practice water monitoring and management aligned to the OceanaGold Corporation (OGC)Water Standard. Key responsibilities Review, maintain, and continuously improve site-wide and operational water balance models Provide technical advice to support operational and strategic decision-making and planning Partner with operational and environmental teams to support compliance with the OGC Water Standard Contribute to water-related reporting, analysis, and assurance activities Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and leadership to build capability across sites Drive consistent best practice in water monitoring, management, and modelling Qualifications Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology or related discipline. Extensive experience in water modelling, monitoring, and management across complex operational environments. Demonstrated senior‑level leadership within a technical or specialist discipline. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability, with experience working across multidisciplinary internal and external groups. Proven ability to lead, coordinate, or work effectively within multifaceted technical teams. Well‑developed relationship‑building skills, with a track record of knowledge sharing, mentoring, and collaborative problem‑solving. Advanced capability in water modelling software, with proficiency in GoldSim required. Additional Information WHAT'S ON OFFER: Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses Discounts on retail and services Premium post ride facilities Wellness room Office surrounded by restaurants, shops and a short stroll to Southbank Parklands 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 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 [email protected] PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Responsibilities

The Principal Hydrologist will provide specialist expertise in surface and underground water management and modelling to support operational delivery and environmental planning. They will also lead technical teams, ensure compliance with water standards, and drive best practices in water monitoring across all sites.