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

Seeking a suitably qualified and reliable Environment Advisor – Laboratory and Monitoring to assist in the supervision of the whole operation of the environment Laboratory and Monitoring Unit and Establish and implement a systematic, proactive, and effective environmental processes and programs for the attainment of zero harm to workers, environment, and communities related to environmental monitoring, assessment, research, and studies. The role will report to the MEPEO/Environment Supervisor.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Supervises the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of results;Performs statistical analysis, interprets and evaluates results, prepares reports and/or presentations;Monitors the alteration, modification, and installation of pollution control facilities to improve pollution mitigation capability;Tracks and analyses budget variances, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations;Closely monitors and reviews the project engineers’ or project coordinators’ reports to evaluate the progress of contractors and coordinates work according to approved project plans;Resolves contractor issues within their level of authority to ensure compliance with approved project plans and safety protocols;Oversees actual preparation and timely submission of documents, budgets and all necessary information for proposal development; andPrepares documents, plans, and presentations needed for the cascading of IMS implementation to ensure understanding and acceptance of strategic objectives and plans.

QualificationsBehaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way;Licensed Chemist; Graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry;With minimum of 2 years working experience in Environmental laboratory preferably in a mining set-up, 3 years if no prior experience in mining;Proficient with environmental legislations preferably pertaining to pollution control acts and regulations (RA 6969, RA 9003, RA 9275, RA 8749, DAO 22, DAO 2016-08, DAO 2021-19, and other relevant laws);Qualified to be accredited as a Category B Pollution Control Officer (PCO) by EMB is an advantage;With interpersonal and good communication skills both verbal and written; andWith a valid Professional Driver’s license is an advantage.

Additional InformationHighly attractive remuneration package inclusive of health and life insurance benefitsGreat opportunities for career advancement with an international mining companyFriendly roster with great onsite foods, accommodation, and with transport from point of hire is provided for non-Didipio residentsProfessional development skills training opportunities provided

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.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold

Applications close 28 November 2024.  Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the Philippines.

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