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
Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. Experience the unbeatable lifestyle of a stunning residential mining location, just a short distance away from the most incredible mountains and awe-inspiring scenery. Your days off are available for hiking, adventuring, fishing, and skiing in winter.
This is an exciting to join the electrical department at Macraes processing plant. You will assist the Senior Supervisor to lead and supervise the electrical team and sub-contractors to efficiently maintain the reliability of the electrical systems across the processing plant and surface facilities, to optimise efficiency and reliability.
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 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.
- 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.
- Develop Scopes of Works to plan and schedule work effectively.
Qualifications
- Formal Electrical trade qualification.
- Current registration with the New Zealand Electrical Workers Registration Board.
- Full and current driver licence and competence driving a manual vehicle.
- A minimum of 5 years post-apprenticeship experience within a processing or heavy industry environment.
- Proven experience with instrumentation, PLC and control systems is essential.
Additional Information
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
- 7 on 7 off lifestyle roster, days only.
- Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
- Discounts on retail and services
- Free Southern Cross Healthcare and Life Insurance
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recoginition program
- Free transport to work
- Flexible work arrangements
- Study assistance
- 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 [email protected]
**Applications close 22 July 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
