Consultant – Maintenance (UG Load and Haul)

Company Description

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience.  We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value.  We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

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.

OceanaGold is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable Consultant – Maintenance (UG Load and Haul), who is responsible for the maintenance of underground mobile equipment across the operation, with a specific focus on Sandvik underground mining trucks and production loaders Job Purpose and Summary The position includes inspecting, servicing and repairing underground mobile equipment with a level or quality that will ensure the fleet meets its availability and reliability performance targets.  In addition the position is responsible for transferring knowledge to and developing local technicians to improve their technical capacity and competence to perform their duties. This role reports to Superintendent – Maintenance (UG Mobile).

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Execution of the underground mobile maintenance activities based on maintenance plans and strategies, and breakdown priorities.
• Ensure all work is executed to the highest level of quality with safety as the primary consideration
• Understand maintenance plans to ensure that work is completed in line with the planned schedule
• Provide feedback to supervision on all work orders, PM sheets, SOPS, etc.  and other documentation for accuracy, detail and relevance or potential edits and improvements 
• Ensure all work is completed with the approved scheduled timeframe
• Participate in root cause analysis 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 

Qualifications

• Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way

Educational Background:

• Heavy Equipment Mechanical or Auto Electrical Trade or relevant engineering degree

Work Experience and Background:

• 10 years underground mining experience
• Significant exposure to Sandvik trucks and loaders through employment with the Sandvik OEM, mining companies or Tier 1 contractors

Specialization/License:

• Light vehicle Driver’s License 

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 
• 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]
 

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