Technician - Electrical & Instrumentation

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).

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 are seeking a suitably qualified and motivated Technician - Electrical & Instrumentation to manage critical assets, facilities, and its components, and to ensure they shall be maintained, preserved, and reliable for operation with safety personnel and care for the environment is the outmost priority. The role will report to the Supervisor-Electrical Maintenance.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots electrical faults, diagnoses problems, and implements corrective actions to minimize downtime and ensure safe operation
• Correctly assesses required electrical, materials, tools and equipment
• Correctly interprets and applies concepts on mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and high vacuum systems on electrical maintenance works
• Conduct risk assessments for mining, operation, identifying, and evaluating potential risks and their impacts
• Conduct maintenance activities by following established standard operation procedures Conduct routine maintenance activities in a timely manner Apply string fault finding and diagnostic capabilities Completes required data collection process
• Reads diagrams and drawings on Process and Instrumentation (P&ID), logic, schematic loop for instrumentation and control systems, construction, as-built
  
  

Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way

Educational Background:

• Graduate of any vocational trade studies major in electrical or industrial electrical

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of work experience as industrial electrician
• Previous work experience in metal & mining industry is an advantage.
• Willing to be assigned in surface or underground

Specialization/License

• NCII in Electrical or Instrumentation
• Registered Master Electrician for L3 Position is desired
• Professional Driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Can do basic electrical wiring and troubleshooting
• Can work on basic motor controls
• Had work experience on HV cables, transformers, electric motors, MCCs, motor starters
  
  

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Travel provided to and from work
• Rice allowance
• 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 [Confidential Information]

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