Energy Engineer - Mining Process Plant
- Full-time
- Macraes
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Job 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.
Our Macraes Metallurgical team is on the search for an Energy Engineer. If you have qualifications and experience across Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy or similar, and are keen to join New Zealand’s largest gold mine, this role could be for you!
Based at the Macraes Process Plant, this position will be responsible for identifying, evaluating and managing energy-related projects and programs that reduce energy consumption or improve energy efficiency across the site. Additionally, it will provide technical support to process plant team.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Identify energy savings opportunities and make recommendations to optimise energy efficiencies
- Manage the development, design, or construction of energy conservation projects to meet safety, approved specifications, budget and timelines.
- Conduct energy audits to evaluate energy use, costs or conservation measures
- Monitor plant metallurgical and operational performance to identify potential risks or areas for improvement
- Conduct continuous improvement projects within processing
- Liaise with the operational and maintenance teams on unit processes to allow efficient operation and an effective maintenance strategy
- Responsible for monitoring and measuring the results of improvement projects
- Responsible for documenting and reporting progress of energy projects
- Undergraduate degree in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy or the equivalent.
- Full and Current Driver Licence, and ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred
Experience
- 1-5 Years work experience in a process engineering environments associated with qualification is preferred.
- Experience with project development and execution, laboratory test work, energy audits, PI integration with MATLAB software would be well regarded.
What's on offer
- Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
- 9-day fortnight roster with a 3-day weekend every fortnight!
- Competitive salary
- Discounts on retail and services
- Free Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance
- Living Our Values recognition program
- Onsite Physiotherapist and nurse suite
- Free transport to work
- Study assistance
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
**Applications close 10 July 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position.
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]
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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