Electrical Supervisor

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.

This is an exciting opportunity to assist in the supervision of the electrical department within the Macraes processing plant and open pit mine. You will assist the Senior Supervisor - Electrical to lead and supervise the electrical department and sub-contractors to efficiently maintain the reliability of the electrical systems across the processing plant and surface facilities, to optimise efficiency and reliability.

Some of the key tasks and responsibilities:

• Schedule and lead the electrical maintenance as planned via the maintenance planning workflow process within allocated budget and time frames.
• Co-ordinate electrical maintenance activities at the Processing Plant and Surface Mining Departments, as prepared on the planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Supervise and assist with the implementation of the planned preventative maintenance schedules. This includes instrumentation, PLC’s and the DCS.
• Generate preventive maintenance activities for equipment with a high level of plant criticality and review existing preventive maintenance plans and schedules.
• Assist in the development of procedures for regular maintenance and shutdown related tasks that define job planning, training, permit and safety requirements. Collate this information into work packs. 
• Liaise with and assists the mechanical, metallurgical, operational and mining staff as requested.
• Assist the Senior Supervisor - Electrical in coordinating electrical contractors across site.
• Liaise with stores personnel to expedite the timely supply of equipment, by providing recommendations for inventory levels and specifications regarding the type and quality of spares.
• Assist with estimates and costs for prospective new projects or modifications when requested.
• Manage leave applications and maintain rosters to ensure electrical coverage at all times.
• Develop Scopes of Works to plan and schedule work effectively.
• Leading, coaching and developing your crew
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and external contractors

• Formal Electrical trade qualification
• A minimum of 5 years post-apprenticeship experience within a processing or heavy industry environment.
• A minimum of 3 years mining industry (or equivalent heavy industry) experience.
• Previous experience in a leadership role
• Proven experience with instrumentation, PLC and control systems is essential.
• Experience scheduling and planning maintenance work would be an advantage.
• Full and current driver licence and competence driving a manual vehicle.

• Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
• Competitive salary + bonus structure
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Onsite Physiotherapist and nurse suite
• Free transport to work
• Study assistance
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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 14 February 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.