At Öksüt Mining, we are a team enriched by our differences and strengthened by our similarities. Success is achieved through the unique contributions of each and every employee. Our employees’ Öksüt stories tell of determination, hard work, and achieving together. Let’s witness the remarkable stories of our teams working in different regions and fields.
Burak Avcı – Senior Exploration Geologist
Working as a search geologist at Centerra is not just a job for me, but also a journey of learning and discovery in close contact with nature. Knowing that my work contributes to the future of both my country and our company gives me peace of mind. Being part of a dynamic team both increases my motivation and allows me to grow in an environment that aligns with my personal values.
The spirit of the Centerra team is built on solidarity, dynamism, and mutual support. Working in a young and female-dominated team further strengthens this spirit. This diversity also sets an example for women to be more visible in mining in the future.
Being a geologist is not just a profession for me, it’s a way of life. Exploring nature, discovering new rocks, minerals, or geological structures feeds my childhood curiosity. This insatiable desire to learn is one of the most fulfilling aspects of my life.
Benay Ceran – Senior Maintenance Planning Engineer
I feel privileged to have joined the Öksüt Madencilik team. The team welcomed me with open arms from my very first day. The hiring team organized everything for my move to Kayseri, which made me feel that the company cared about me.
My manager and colleagues always helped me feel included in the company and generously guided me through everything I needed when starting a new job. I am grateful to be part of this team.
From day one, I was impressed by the professional workforce at Öksüt Mining, and the growth mindset, inclusive and diverse approach here were some of the other factors that made me feel I was in the right place.
Özge Bolat – Senior Public Relations Specialist
I work as a Senior Public Relations Specialist at Öksüt Madencilik. While working for a global gold mining company was the first and biggest step in my career, my greatest fortune has been working with a professional and disciplined team.
Öksüt Mining is a great place to work because it encourages and supports learning and development. My company offers me training opportunities that help me gain experience and skills for my career and personal development, while also giving me the chance to be part of a professional and dynamic team. Furthermore, under the “People First” principle, a culture has been established and maintained that guides all employees in applying “Occupational Health and Safety” rules at work, in daily life, and in all areas of life, with a “Safety at Work & Safety at Home” culture.
Öksüt Madencilik’s Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion practices view women as one of the cornerstones of the mining industry by making women’s labor part of the mining culture as part of workforce diversity, thereby creating equal opportunities.
Emre Şahin – Director of Financial Control
I am proud and happy to be part of the Öksüt Mining family, where we feel valued and know that our concerns and ideas are always heard. Working for a company that puts its employees first and brings people from different cultures together is priceless.
Mastering a new challenge every day and working with an amazing team is fun, and it keeps me determined to keep moving forward. I intend to grow with Öksüt Mining to become a better manager. Simply put, “I love going to work because I love my company.”
Öner Erdeve – Maintenance and Construction Manager
I am proud to be part of an international mining project and to work for Öksüt Madencilik | Centerra Gold in Turkey.
I work as the Maintenance and Construction Manager and oversee a wide range of operational and project activities.
Managing maintenance and construction processes—even though meeting deadlines can be stressful—offers an opportunity to learn new and interesting things every day. Öksüt Mining is a workplace where teamwork and skills are encouraged and highly valued.
Meanwhile, I continue to gain valuable experience through all the interesting projects I’ve been assigned to. I have great respect for the company’s ongoing efforts to develop new technologies and improve the employee experience and skills. I am happy to be part of a professional team at a globally renowned company like Centerra Gold.
Emre Işıkay – Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager
I feel fortunate to work for an organization focused on employee health and to be part of this safety culture. Contributing to this culture through the motto “Safety at Work | Safety at Home” and the participation of all employees gives me the greatest motivation to ensure that everyone can return safely to their loved ones.
The fact that our operations are planned in line with this culture makes my job safer. Thanks to our team’s awareness and the digital applications we use, our work is both easier and healthier.
I have been in this industry for about 15 years and have had the opportunity to work in many regions of Turkey. Seeing new places, getting to know different cultures, exploring historical sites, and tasting local delicacies are a great source of inspiration for me.
But most importantly, discovering a mineral deposit contributes to our company and the country’s economy. Contributing to every stage of a project, from the initial fieldwork to the conversion into a mine, is the most inspiring part of my job.
Burak Avcı – Senior Exploration Geologist
Working as a search geologist at Centerra is not just a job for me, but also a journey of learning and discovery in close contact with nature. Knowing that my work contributes to the future of both my country and our company gives me peace of mind. Being part of a dynamic team both increases my motivation and allows me to grow in an environment that aligns with my personal values.
The spirit of the Centerra team is built on solidarity, dynamism, and mutual support. Working in a young and female-dominated team further strengthens this spirit. This diversity also sets an example for women to be more visible in mining in the future.
Being a geologist is not just a profession for me, it’s a way of life. Exploring nature, discovering new rocks, minerals, or geological structures feeds my childhood curiosity. This insatiable desire to learn is one of the most fulfilling aspects of my life.
Benay Ceran – Senior Maintenance Planning Engineer
I feel privileged to have joined the Öksüt Madencilik team. The team welcomed me with open arms from my very first day. The hiring team organized everything for my move to Kayseri, which made me feel that the company cared about me.
My manager and colleagues always helped me feel included in the company and generously guided me through everything I needed when starting a new job. I am grateful to be part of this team.
From day one, I was impressed by the professional workforce at Öksüt Mining, and the growth mindset, inclusive and diverse approach here were some of the other factors that made me feel I was in the right place.
Özge Bolat – Senior Public Relations Specialist
I work as a Senior Public Relations Specialist at Öksüt Madencilik. While working for a global gold mining company was the first and biggest step in my career, my greatest fortune has been working with a professional and disciplined team.
Öksüt Mining is a great place to work because it encourages and supports learning and development. My company offers me training opportunities that help me gain experience and skills for my career and personal development, while also giving me the chance to be part of a professional and dynamic team. Furthermore, under the “People First” principle, a culture has been established and maintained that guides all employees in applying “Occupational Health and Safety” rules at work, in daily life, and in all areas of life, with a “Safety at Work & Safety at Home” culture.
Öksüt Madencilik’s Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion practices view women as one of the cornerstones of the mining industry by making women’s labor part of the mining culture as part of workforce diversity, thereby creating equal opportunities.
Emre Şahin – Director of Financial Control
I am proud and happy to be part of the Öksüt Mining family, where we feel valued and know that our concerns and ideas are always heard. Working for a company that puts its employees first and brings people from different cultures together is priceless.
Mastering a new challenge every day and working with an amazing team is fun, and it keeps me determined to keep moving forward. I intend to grow with Öksüt Mining to become a better manager. Simply put, “I love going to work because I love my company.”
Öner Erdeve – Maintenance and Construction Manager
I am proud to be part of an international mining project and to work for Öksüt Madencilik | Centerra Gold in Turkey.
I work as the Maintenance and Construction Manager and oversee a wide range of operational and project activities.
Managing maintenance and construction processes—even though meeting deadlines can be stressful—offers an opportunity to learn new and interesting things every day. Öksüt Mining is a workplace where teamwork and skills are encouraged and highly valued.
Meanwhile, I continue to gain valuable experience through all the interesting projects I’ve been assigned to. I have great respect for the company’s ongoing efforts to develop new technologies and improve the employee experience and skills. I am happy to be part of a professional team at a globally renowned company like Centerra Gold.
Emre Işıkay – Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager
I feel fortunate to work for an organization focused on employee health and to be part of this safety culture. Contributing to this culture through the motto “Safety at Work | Safety at Home” and the participation of all employees gives me the greatest motivation to ensure that everyone can return safely to their loved ones.
The fact that our operations are planned in line with this culture makes my job safer. Thanks to our team’s awareness and the digital applications we use, our work is both easier and healthier.
I have been in this industry for about 15 years and have had the opportunity to work in many regions of Turkey. Seeing new places, getting to know different cultures, exploring historical sites, and tasting local delicacies are a great source of inspiration for me.
But most importantly, discovering a mineral deposit contributes to our company and the country’s economy. Contributing to every stage of a project, from the initial fieldwork to the conversion into a mine, is the most inspiring part of my job.