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Superintendent – Surface Operations

OceanaGold


Job Location:

Kasibu - Philippines

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 24 October 2026 (9 days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 January 2027
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.

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent Surface Operations to lead Didipios surface production activities including medium-grade ore rehandling contractor mobile crushing operations load and haul activities stockpile management and civil project support. This leadership role is responsible for driving safe reliable and cost-effective operations while ensuring production targets contractor performance and project objectives are achieved.

  • Lead surface operations including ore rehandling mobile crushing stockpile management and haul-road activities.
  • Oversee contractor performance safety compliance equipment availability and productivity.
  • Manage surface mine engineering activities including waste dump development operational designs and productivity improvement initiatives. 
  • Drive operational planning scheduling budgeting and cost control across Surface Operations and related projects. 
  • Provide leadership to engineering planning scheduling project support and cost control teams.
  • Foster a culture of safety continuous improvement accountability and high performance.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in Mining Civil Mechanical or a related Engineering discipline. 
  • 10 years of experience in mining quarrying bulk earthworks crushing operations or civil project delivery including significant leadership experience. 
  • Proven experience managing contractor-operated mining or earthmoving activities. 
  • Strong knowledge of surface mining operations mobile crushing production planning contractor management and cost control. 
  • Demonstrated leadership stakeholder management and operational planning capabilities.
  • Professional Engineering registration and project management qualifications are advantageous.
  • Valid drivers license required.

Additional Information :

WHATS 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
 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

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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