Metallurgist - Continuous Improvement

About OceanaGold Corporation

OceanaGold Corporation is a growing mid-tier producer of gold and copper listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange. Operating four mines globally—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—the company is committed to safe, responsible mining practices that deliver robust returns and foster sustainable development. The metals extracted, including gold, copper, and silver, are essential to powering renewable energy, medical devices, and communication technologies, while the company's operations bolster economic, health, and educational growth in the regions served, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs worldwide.

Role Overview

Join us in the scenic Otago region and benefit from a 9-day fortnight roster providing a long weekend every other week. This pivotal position involves spearheading technical analysis and leading Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives site-wide, primarily focusing on metallurgy and ore processing. You will support identifying, valuing, prioritizing, and executing key improvement projects aligned with the OceanaGold Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF).

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with line management to develop metallurgical and plant improvement initiatives.
• Assist teams in designing CI projects and crafting detailed business cases.
• Prioritize improvement initiatives using net cash flow impact analysis at constraint points and sensitivity analysis of Value Driver Trees (VDTs), integrating findings into budgeting and life-of-mine planning.
• Maintain oversight of project milestones, schedules, costs, and progress reporting.
• Monitor implementation and perform post-completion reviews to assess outcomes.
• Develop and update VDTs to evaluate processing value chains and interfaces, establishing baseline and potential KPIs.
• Identify key performance constraint drivers and quantify improvement value pools to inform top-down targets.
• Track all CI initiatives through the five pipeline stages via WiredUp software, ensuring compliance with CIF guidelines.
• Facilitate workshops to generate ideas and plan initiatives by engaging management and subject experts.
• Ensure projects have agreed budgets, schedules, and clearly defined objectives with regular performance reporting.
• Prepare periodic project review documents and participate in monthly and quarterly project status meetings with management.
• Support monthly site performance meetings and frontline integration of critical initiatives through effective communication tools and practices.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Preferred certifications in Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Training in VDT modelling, sensitivity and root cause analysis, and facilitation techniques is advantageous.
• Full and current driver's license; manual vehicle driving ability preferred.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in metallurgical, process, or chemical engineering roles.
• Proven expertise in developing and utilizing VDTs for production and cost optimisation.

Additional Information and Benefits

• This residential position offers a lifestyle surrounded by Otago's natural beauty.
• A progressive 9-day fortnight schedule allows for extended weekends.
• Competitive remuneration package including short-term and long-term bonuses.
• Access to discounts on various retail and service offerings.
• Complimentary Southern Cross healthcare and life insurance coverage.
• Recognition programs for long service and living the company's core values.
• Health and wellbeing allowances and free transportation to the workplace.
• Support for further education and employee assistance programs.
• Work environment that values respect and inclusivity.

Equal Employment and Application Notes

OceanaGold is dedicated to equal opportunities and values diverse perspectives vital to its success. Applicants requiring assistance can reach out directly to the recruitment team. Candidates must be authorized to work in New Zealand. Recruitment agencies will not be considered. Applications close on 17 August 2026, and shortlisting begins immediately.