Consultant – Maintenance (Fixed Plant Mechanical)

Company Description

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.

Job Description

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.

This position is responsible for managing the maintenance driven Projects across the operation, including managing the implementation of work management processes and developing maintenance programs, projects schedules to maximize plant availability, manage all elements of the contractors engage to help deliver the expected Projects outcomes and the logistic of parts, tooling and equipment required to execute a successful Projects.

• Manage the execution of the fixed plant maintenance activities based on maintenance plans and strategies,  and breakdown
• Root cause analysis is completed for all equipment failures, work quality issues and operational incidents
• Mentor and develop maintenance personnel to ensure best practice operations through on the job training opportunities
• Play an active role in formal development programs for apprentices, trades people and maintenance leadership personnel

Qualifications

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent

Work Experience and Background:

• 3 years Supervisory and Leadership experience
• 7 years Maintenance Planning and/or Maintenance Reliability
• 3 years Projects, Scheduling, and Turnaround Management

Specialization/License:

• Professional Driver’s License

Knowledge:

• Fixed Plant Machineries
• Mining Processing Plant
• Maintenance management
• Project management
• Safety standards

Skills:

• Interpersonal and Leadership Skills
• Work Management
• Planning and scheduling
• Computerized Maintenance Management System
• Effective Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• MS Office Applications
• Problem-Solving and Decision Making

Abilities:

• Critical thinking
• Investigations and Actions
• Short- and Long-Term Solutions
• Identifying and Setting Priorities
• Ability to establish prevention and detection internal controls that can address potential risks of inefficiency, fraud, abuse, or
• mismanagement

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Travel provided to and from work 
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

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 careers@oceanagold.com
 

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