Principal Water Engineer – Groundwater

at  Oceanagold

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

OceanaGold is a growing intermediate gold and copper producer committed to safely and responsibly maximizing the generation of Free Cash Flow from our operations and delivering strong returns for our shareholders.
We have a portfolio of four operating mines: the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America; Didipio Mine in the Philippines; and the Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand. Our operations are supported by a global workforce with significant exploration, development and operating experience.
Our Purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology which connects communities around the world. Our activities also contribute to economic growth and improved health and education outcomes in the regions where we operate. We provide direct employment for over 3,700 people and indirect employment for many more.
Our Vision is to be a company people trust, want to work and partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. This Vision is brought to life by our Values – Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance and Teamwork – which put our people, host communities, the environment and our stakeholders at the forefront of our decision-making.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary function of this role is to lead water management within the Waihi North Project. Integral to this is the understanding and investigations required for the internal and external design and approvals necessary to advance the Wharekirauponga Underground Mine (WUG).

Some Key Accountabilities:

• Support project management, geological, geotechnical and hydrogeological studies related to mine water management projects
• Oversee field work, including site characterisation, drilling requirements, hydraulic testing and water quality sampling and assessment
• Develop and deliver a detailed hydrogeological model for Wharekirauponga including the design, planning and implementation of any grouting requirements and water management infrastructure
• Actively engage with Waihi operations to collaboratively develop hydrogeological readiness

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geology or Hydrogeology
• 10 + years’ Hydrogeological experience, ideally in a role that has encompassed field work and hydrogeological investigations for underground mines
• Exposure to Australian or New Zealand mining (highly desirable)
• Demonstrated practical mine site experience (highly desirable)
• Long term involvement in technical investigations and support of hydrogeological projects
• Experience in underground mines within volcaniclastic deposits (highly desirable)
• Proven capability in managing specialised contractors and consultants across multiple work fronts
• Experience in community consultation, government and stakeholder engagement including the development of collaborative processes
• Advanced consultation, facilitation, advocacy, negotiation, interpersonal skills, report writing and presentation skills

OGC VALUES: CARE | RESPECT | INTEGRITY | PERFORMANCE | TEAMWORK

OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.
If you share the same values and have what we are looking for, please apply online now via our careers website:
https://careers.oceanagold.com/jobs
Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Please refer the Job description for details