Ventilation Technician

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 is seeking a suitably qualified experienced and reliable Ventilation Technician will ensure safe air quality and maintain compliance with underground ventilation requirements to keep workers safe. They will work within the ventilation team to make changes to the underground ventilation controls and aid in survey work.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Ensuring drop board regulators (DBR) are correct for each shift to maintain proper flow.
• Turn secondary fans on and off inline with ventilation management plan and active activities
• Conduct ventilation surveys to ensure all areas have adequate air flow.
• Testing for hazardous gases and dust to prevent health and safety risks.
• Support maintenance of ventilation equipment
• Responsible of housekeeping ventilation laydown
• Ensure correct barricades/signage are in place for unventilated areas
• Ensure Stop and thinks pre-start checks are completed prior to start of work.
• Always maintain proper manual handling.
• Wear PPE (hard hats safety glass self-rescuers etc) are worn at all times in the required areas.
• Report hazards and Incidents always

Qualifications :

• Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way
• At least High School Graduate
• At least with driving Experience for Light Vehicle
• Drivers License
• Basic knowledge of mining operations
• Light Vehicle driving
• Ability to deal with different attitudes and behaviors of other employees
• Have confidence and trust of others through demonstration of Company values

Additional Information :

WHATS ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Travel provided to and from work 
• Rice allowance 
• 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

Applications close on 18 March 2026 and shortlisting will commence immediately 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time