As a Mine Engineer joining our Open Pit Planning Team you will play a pivotal role in planning, designing, and optimizing our Open Pit operation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment that's embedded in daily operations influencing daily and weekly outcomes that directly impact safety, production, and cost performance. Location: Haile Gold Mine, South Carolina Department: Technical Services Reports to: Senior Engineer- Mining Schedule: Monday through Friday /Approx. 6:00am to 3:00pm with Flex Friday Position Type: Permanent Full- Time • Develop and execute short-range mine plans aligned with weekly, monthly and quarterly production targets • Partner closely with operations, geology, and drill & blast to optimize ore recovery and movement • Generate and reconcile end-of-month (EOM) production data and mining progress • Monitor and analyze plan compliance (daily, weekly, monthly) and identify improvement opportunities • Create bench plans, dig plans, and dump designs to support safe and efficient operations • Track and report on high wall, dump, and production performance metrics • Provide clear and competent direction to operations teams to ensure plan execution • Drive continuous improvement through data, field presence, and cross-functional collaboration Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or related discipline • 3+ years of open pit mine planning experience (planning + operations exposure strongly preferred) • Hands-on experience with mine planning software (Deswik preferred, Vulcan or similar considered) • Strong understanding of production environment, drill & blast, and material movement • Ability to balance technical planning with real-world operational constraints • Sharp analytical thinking with practical, actionable solutions • Confident communicator who can influence and align teams • High attention to detail Physical Requirements: • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see. • Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts. • Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday. • Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity. • Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required. Additional Information WHAT'S ON OFFER: • Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus • Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more • Great residential location close to Charlotte, NC, and is located between the mountains and sea. • Long service recognition • Living Our Values recognition program • In-office snack shop • Monthly paid training available and professional development • Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork • Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Videos To Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qpnbjVh7X-8