Underground Mine Surveyor

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.
Check us out - www.oceanagold.com

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!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Grow with us: Use your surveying skills in the unique environment of Underground gold mining. Work at New Zealand’s largest mining operation, with the flexibility of an 8 days on, 6 days off roster.

Tasks and Responsibilities will include;

• Install and maintain survey control points that ensure the highest accuracy for the mine.
• Complete regular survey pickups/scans of the constructed underground workings
• Update and maintain the UG mine as-built model.
• Provide regular asbuilt drawings for the mine, may include cross sections and longitudinal plans.
• Conduct regular set-out jobs and grade line mark-ups.
• Install and maintain laser alignment systems for development mining.
• Issue Mining Instructions for the Jumbo Operators.
• Setout blast holes for ore extraction and drill holes for Diamond drilling.
• Complete CMS laser/Lidar surveys of stope blasts.
• Maintain a high standard of communication between the miners, consultants and OGL staff associated with the underground mine.
• Comply with all safety requirements and observe all company policies and procedures.

The Underground Mine Surveyor will participate in various projects within the Underground Department, involving the streamlining of spatial data capture and delivery to the broader operation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Surveying or Equivalent
• Current New Zealand Drivers License, with the ability to drive a manual vehicle.
• Experience in an underground mine working environment preferred.

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
**Applications close 3 October 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

• Install and maintain survey control points that ensure the highest accuracy for the mine.
• Complete regular survey pickups/scans of the constructed underground workings
• Update and maintain the UG mine as-built model.
• Provide regular asbuilt drawings for the mine, may include cross sections and longitudinal plans.
• Conduct regular set-out jobs and grade line mark-ups.
• Install and maintain laser alignment systems for development mining.
• Issue Mining Instructions for the Jumbo Operators.
• Setout blast holes for ore extraction and drill holes for Diamond drilling.
• Complete CMS laser/Lidar surveys of stope blasts.
• Maintain a high standard of communication between the miners, consultants and OGL staff associated with the underground mine.
• Comply with all safety requirements and observe all company policies and procedures