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
OceanaGold is seeking an experienced Manager – Exploration to lead exploration strategy, discovery, and delivery at the Haile Gold Mine and district. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for the technical, people, and financial performance of exploration activities, supporting resource growth, reserve replacement, and long‑term life of mine outcomes.
Reporting to the Chief Exploration Officer, and working closely with the Asset President and Technical Services leadership, this role plays a critical part in shaping and executing exploration programs within a disciplined operating environment, with strong governance, compliance, and safety expectations.
Key accountabilities:
- Develop and deliver short, medium, and long‑term exploration strategies aligned to life of mine objectives, discovery, and reserve replacement
- Lead geological interpretation, target generation, and prioritisation of exploration opportunities
- Plan and execute drilling programs, including budget development, contractor management, and schedule control
- Provide technical leadership and input into resource evaluation, mine planning, and corporate and regulatory reporting
- Manage exploration budgets, forecasts, and cost controls, including annual and quarterly reviews
- Ensure exploration activities comply with regulatory, permitting, environmental, safety, and reporting requirements
- Demonstrate strong, visible safety leadership and foster a culture of safe and compliant field execution
- Lead, coach, and develop exploration personnel, building technical depth and succession capability within the team
- Engage with internal stakeholders, consultants, regulators, and partners to support asset and corporate exploration outcomes
- Build partnerships within the wider exploration district to further discovery opportunities
- Identify and evaluate new exploration or business growth opportunities and provide recommendations to senior leadership
Qualifications
- Degree in Geology or a related discipline (postgraduate qualification highly regarded)
- Professional registration as a Geologist (or equivalent), with eligibility to act as a Competent Person
- 15+ years’ experience in exploration and/or mining geology, including senior leadership roles within operating mines or advanced projects
- Proven track record in discovery, resource growth, and leading exploration programs within structured governance environments
- Strong technical capability across geological interpretation, drilling, and resource evaluation
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, contractors, and consultants with full accountability for delivery and performance
- Advanced capability in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and capital efficiency
- Sound understanding of regulatory, permitting, compliance, and reporting requirements for exploration activities
- Ability to make sound, risk‑based technical and commercial decisions in complex operational settings
This role is ideally suited to a highly experienced exploration leader seeking full accountability for discovery outcomes, technical quality, people leadership, and disciplined delivery within a strong operational and corporate governance framework.
Additional Information
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
- Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recognition program
- In-office snack shop
- Monthly paid training available and professional development
- Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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 careers@oceanagold.com
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