Job Description

Effectively design and coordinate mine infrastructure projects to allow for continuous operation of the mine. Specifically, oversee ventilation, water management, electrical, and construction engineering and projects for the underground site under technical services.

Key Result Area

• Evaluate current and future mine ventilation requirements with the aid of Ventsim, which includes but is not limited to ventilation surveys, modelling, fan sizing, bulkhead and regulator designs, etc.
• Determine requirements for pumping and storage facilities of mine fresh water and dewatering systems. Assist or lead designs of pump stations, sumps, etc. Generate a pumping model for the two systems in Pumpsim.
• Evaluate current and future mine electrical needs. Determine specifications and locations for underground substations and their associated infrastructure and accessories.
• Assist with paste pumping requirements and studies.
• Develop a three-month rolling construction schedule for the mine construction crew using Deswik.Sched.
• Create construction plan drawings for major and minor infrastructure works.
• Perform any construction engineering tasks or designs that may be necessary for the continued operation of the mine.
• Write Approval for Expenditures for various capital such as infrastructure, equipment, etc.
• Collaborate and assist with the Life of Mine Infrastructure requirements, designs, and planning.
• Any other assigned task by the Underground Engineering Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Education

  • 4-year degree in Mining Engineering

• Experience

  • 3-5 years' relevant experience in underground hard rock mining.
  • Preferred 2 years’ relevant experience in mine planning using DESWIK.sched or other project scheduling software’s (previous experience with DESWIK.sched will be highly regarded).
  • Experience in construction project management
  • Experience in ventilation and pumping
  • Experience in underground construction engineering and planning

• Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see.

• Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts.

• Must be able to climb 25’ vertical ladder sections unaided.

• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.

• Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.

• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary with short and long term incentives
• Drive-in Drive-out mine located within a short drive to the beach or mountains
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork

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.

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:
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Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED