Principal Mining Engineer

Job Description

Didipio Mine is undergoing a significant underground growth and infrastructure expansion phase. With continued operational ramp-up and long-term development opportunities, this is an exciting time to join the operation and play a key role in shaping its future.

The Principal Mining Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining long-term mine plans that support the company’s strategic and operational objectives. The role ensures alignment across long, mid, and short-term planning horizons while integrating technical, operational, infrastructure, and economic inputs to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable mining outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimisation of Life of Mine plans, production schedules, and infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate quarterly and long-term planning activities across technical and operational teams.
• Monitor and update mine plans based on operational performance and business priorities.
• Conduct scenario analysis and trade-off studies to support operational and investment decisions.
• Develop and maintain mine planning standards, systems, and engineering procedures.
• Support safe and efficient mining operations through effective planning and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering best practices.
• Build strong working relationships across site and corporate teams to support integrated planning and operational delivery.
• Mentor and develop engineering personnel while promoting a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering.
• Extensive  mine planning experience within an underground mining environment preferably open stoping (minimum 10 years).
• Strong knowledge of mine planning, scheduling principles and sustainable mining practices.
• Expert proficiency in Deswik CAD and Scheduling Suite.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and presentation across the business  
• Exposure to international mining practices considered highly advantageous

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive remuneration package including health and life insurance benefits.
• Career development opportunities within an international mining company.
• Variable Point of Hire for internal and domestic applications - including international FIFO
• Attractive roster consisting of onsite and hybrid work arrangements
•  Quality onsite accommodation, meals, and transport provided for non-Didipio residents.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

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 [email protected]

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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 on 21 June 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the Philippines.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED