Senior Advisor – Tenement Permitting

Makati City - Philippines

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Companys 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.

OceanaGold are seeking a suitably qualified experienced and reliable Senior Advisor Tenement Permitting who will be responsible in ensuring that the Company and related companies comply with Philippine laws having the necessary licenses/ permits to operate comply with all FTAA and legal requirements and with internal policies and standards on good governance ethics and internal controls. This is to ensure that the Company continue to be a good corporate citizen and mitigate/manage risk of exposures.

Working with the LCP Team this role includes permitting and compliance management legal management government relations/stakeholders management and deliver HSE and other standard commitments. This role will report to the Manager- Legal and Company Secretary.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Engages in consultations and negotiations with government agencies and local communities to resolve permitting and compliance matters.
Conducts periodic compliance audits and assessments to identify potential gaps or areas for improvement and implements corrective actions.
Keeps abreast of changes in mining regulations and policies in the Philippines and advises senior management on potential impacts and compliance strategies.
Conducts stakeholder mapping according to OGP standards and recommend appropriate engagement strategies
Repairs any damaged or difficult relationships externally in order to maximize OGPs influence and credibility
Proactively identifies opportunities to use stakeholder engagement to deliver strategic benefit
Engages effectively on complex issues with hostile stakeholders
Proactively identifies and resolves tenement-related issues such as land access indigenous rights and stakeholder engagement.
Oversees the implementation of exploration plans monitoring progress identifying risks and recommending adjustments when necessary.
Conducts regular audits and reviews of exploration tenements to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards
Monitors costs for tenement management
Drafts contracts aligned with templates.
Prepares reports and oversees logistical requirements
Performs other tasks as may be directed by the Manager of the General Manager - EASP.

Qualifications :

Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way
Graduate of 4 year degree course preferably related to resource development
At least 5 years experience in similar role or exposure in government relations and compliance and permitting in mining and similar industries
With experience in ground work or field work
Excellent knowledge on mining laws rules and regulations such as on the Mining Act FTAAs different Department Orders related to Health Safety Environment Social Performance and Mining Operations.
Broad knowledge on mining permitting and compliances.
With good judgement and critical thinking and analytical skills;
With satisfactory skills in writing and oral communication negotiation being resilient
Strong people skills and excellent skill working with teams
Able to attend to details immediately recognize exposures/risks communicate effectively organize work under pressure and manage time.
Ability to travel and work at the Didipio Mine or other work areas apart from the Makati office as may be required

Additional Information :

WHATS ON OFFER:

Competitive salary short-term and long-term bonuses
Health Insurance
Living Our Values recognition program
Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

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

Once applications close shortlisting will commence immediately.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Engages in consultations and negotiations with government agencies and local communities to resolve permitting and compliance matters.
Conducts periodic compliance audits and assessments to identify potential gaps or areas for improvement and implements corrective actions.
Keeps abreast of changes in mining regulations and policies in the Philippines and advises senior management on potential impacts and compliance strategies.
Conducts stakeholder mapping according to OGP standards and recommend appropriate engagement strategies
Repairs any damaged or difficult relationships externally in order to maximize OGPs influence and credibility
Proactively identifies opportunities to use stakeholder engagement to deliver strategic benefit
Engages effectively on complex issues with hostile stakeholders
Proactively identifies and resolves tenement-related issues such as land access indigenous rights and stakeholder engagement.
Oversees the implementation of exploration plans monitoring progress identifying risks and recommending adjustments when necessary.
Conducts regular audits and reviews of exploration tenements to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards
Monitors costs for tenement management
Drafts contracts aligned with templates.
Prepares reports and oversees logistical requirements
Performs other tasks as may be directed by the Manager of the General Manager - EASP.

Qualifications :

Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way
Graduate of 4 year degree course preferably related to resource development
At least 5 years experience in similar role or exposure in government relations and compliance and permitting in mining and similar industries
With experience in ground work or field work
Excellent knowledge on mining laws rules and regulations such as on the Mining Act FTAAs different Department Orders related to Health Safety Environment Social Performance and Mining Operations.
Broad knowledge on mining permitting and compliances.
With good judgement and critical thinking and analytical skills;
With satisfactory skills in writing and oral communication negotiation being resilient
Strong people skills and excellent skill working with teams
Able to attend to details immediately recognize exposures/risks communicate effectively organize work under pressure and manage time.
Ability to travel and work at the Didipio Mine or other work areas apart from the Makati office as may be required

Additional Information :

WHATS ON OFFER:

Competitive salary short-term and long-term bonuses
Health Insurance
Living Our Values recognition program
Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

Once applications close shortlisting will commence immediately.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Computer Hardware
Loan Processing
Sales Experience
Continuous Integration
Iis
Risk Management
Banking
Strategic Planning
Curriculum Development
Administrative Experience
Program Design
negotiation

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About Company

OceanaGold

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 ... View more

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