Analyst - Continuous Improvement (Mining)

OceanaGold is a growing intermediate gold and copper producer committed to safely and responsibly maximizing the generation of Free Cash Flow from our operations and delivering strong returns for our shareholders.

We have a portfolio of four operating mines: the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America; Didipio Mine in the Philippines; and the Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand. Our operations are supported by a global workforce with significant exploration, development and operating experience.

Our Purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology which connects communities around the world. Our activities also contribute to economic growth and improved health and education outcomes in the regions where we operate. We provide direct employment for over 3,700 people and indirect employment for many more.

Our Vision is to be a company people trust, want to work and partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. This Vision is brought to life by our Values – Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance and Teamwork – which put our people, host communities, the environment and our stakeholders at the forefront of our decision-making.

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Our Macraes Continuous Improvement (CI) department are on the hunt for an experienced Analyst to join their team. Whether you're new to mining, or keen to extend your previous experience, this role could be for you! 

This Analyst position is responsible for developing and maintaining Macraes-site CI business models and ensuring consistent application of our CI Framework to the identification, development, and execution of improvement initiatives. Additionally, this role will identify and report the KPIs linked to improvement initiatives and manage all CI reporting functions as required. 

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Develop and update the Value Driver Tree (VDT) models used across the mine site in the identification of value chain constraints and the subsequent tracking of value creation.
• Conduct sensitivity analysis and identify pools of potential value, which feed into the Top-Down Improvement Pipeline Targets process.
• Conduct the detailed valuation of the identified initiatives with the principles outlined in the CI Framework.
• Ensure each CI initiative has an agreed schedule, budget, and a defined outcome with related measures of success.
• Be a key contact for the local CI and site team for questions related to the CI tool (WiredUp/PipWare) and actively work with the Principal CI to improve the tool.
• Update VDTs and KPIs periodically (weekly/monthly) and ensure accuracy and alignment to trusted data sources
• Conduct reviews monthly with the senior management team and quarterly with the wider site leadership team.

• Tertiary Business/Finance/Accounting/Engineering qualification, or equivalent, at degree level (required)
• Formal training or qualifications in Continuous Improvement (preferred)
• Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.

Experience:                  

• 3 – 5 years of Finance experience in an operational context (preferred)
• 3 – 5 years of Metals or Mining Experience (preferred)
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of project management, including cost control, safety performance, fostering of professional relationships, and schedule reporting and delivery.

• Join Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine
• Bring your Continuous Improvement experience to a new and exciting industry
• Enjoy the flexibility of a 9-day fortnight, with a long weekend every other week

OGC VALUES: CARE | RESPECT | INTEGRITY | PERFORMANCE | TEAMWORK

OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

If you share the same values and have what we are looking for, please apply online now via our careers website:

https://careers.oceanagold.com/jobs

**Applications close 10 October 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. 

NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED