Business Partner – Talent Management and Development

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 and supports sustainable development.

Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.

Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

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.

The Business Partner – Talent Management and Development is responsible for the execution and implementation of talent management and development programs across the organization. Reporting to the Senior Business Partner – TMD, the role ensures that approved talent strategies, frameworks, and programs are delivered effectively, consistently, and in line with business requirements.

The role implements core talent processes and coordinates with line managers, HR partners, and learning providers to operationalize development initiatives, track progress, and ensure timely completion of agreed actions.

The Business Partner – TMD monitors implementation effectiveness, maintains accurate talent and development records, and provides insights and feedback to support continuous improvement. The role is hands-on, detail-oriented, and delivery-driven, ensuring that talent initiatives translate into measurable capability uplift at the individual and team levels.

Key tasks & responsibilities:

Leads training and development initiatives, applying advanced instructional design principles, technology-enabled learning approaches, and evaluation methods to maximize training effectiveness

Leads talent management initiatives that align with organizational strategy and foster a high-performance culture

• Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way 

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration or related field.

Work Experience and Background:

• At least 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in roles requiring strong stakeholder management, coordination and delivery of people- or business-related initiatives such as:
• Talent Management, HR Operations, HR Business Partnering, Learning and Development, Talent Acquisition
• Project coordination or program implementation roles
• Organizational development, employee engagement, or capability-building initiatives
• Experience demonstrating the ability to:
  • Work closely with managers and cross-functional teams
  • Translate requirements into executable actions
  • Track progress, follow through deliverables, and manage timelines
  • Prepare reports, documentation, and data summaries to support decision-making
• Amenable to report in Didipio, Nueva Vizcaya

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of people and capability development principles, including competency assessment and development planning
• Understanding of training and development methods (formal learning, on-the-job learning, coaching, mentoring)
• Basic understanding of talent management processes such as IDPs, succession support, and talent risk identification
• Awareness of governance, documentation, and compliance requirements in HR processes

Skills:

• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
• Effective execution, coordination, and follow-through across multiple initiatives
• Ability to translate requirements, assessments, or data into practical actions
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Data tracking, reporting, and basic analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office tools, particularly Excel, and ability to work with HR or project tracking systems

Abilities:

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver within agreed timelines
• Ability to work independently with guidance and escalate issues appropriately
• Ability to operate effectively in structured, process-driven environments
• Ability to adapt quickly to new frameworks, tools, and business requirements
• Ability to build credibility and trust with managers and team members

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• 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 [email protected]
 

Applications close on 11 February 2026 and shortlisting will commence immediately.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED