The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Company’s only asset that produces both gold and copper. Didipio was built by OceanaGold in 2013 and operates fully as underground mine, with over 800 employees that support the mine.
About the Role
Reporting to the site leadership team, the Superintendent – Tailings & Water is responsible for the integrated management of the Didipio TSF across governance, operations, construction, monitoring, and water balance management. Leading a multidisciplinary team and oversee contractor performance to ensure tailings operations are conducted safely and in accordance with regulatory requirements, design intent, GISTM principles, and industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead TSF governance, risk management, and compliance activities.
- Ensure safe and compliant tailings deposition, pond management, water balance control, and freeboard preservation.
- Manage dam surveillance, monitoring programs, and technical reporting.
- Oversee annual embankment lift construction, contractor management, and QA/QC activities.
- Drive operational readiness and risk management, particularly during wet-season conditions.
- Manage budgets, forecasts, schedules, and commercial obligations for tailings-related projects.
- Lead, mentor, and develop tailings engineers, operational personnel, and construction coordinators.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Metallurgical, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
- 10+ years of experience in tailings management, water management, mining operations, or civil earthworks
- Proven leadership experience in TSF operations, embankment construction, risk management, and contractor management
- Strong understanding of GISTM, OMS, TARP, and industry-leading tailings management practices
- Knowledge of tailings governance, dam surveillance, water balance management, and regulatory compliance
- Professional Engineering registration, tailings/dam management training, or postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded
- Valid driver's license required
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
- Accommodation and food provided on site
- Travel provided to and from work
- Health Insurance
- Living Our Values recognition program
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
Eligibility to Work: To be considered for this role, you must have valid working rights in the country where the role is located. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
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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