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
Haile Gold Mine located in South Carolina is the largest gold mine on the East Coast of America. Our employees are at the heart of all we do. With 84% of our employees living in the surrounding community, they are neighbors and friends as well. Join our team, where your expertise can make a true impact!
To provide leadership, technical advice, mentoring and quality oversight, while ensuring the safety and work output in the tire maintenance area.
Safety
- Ensures personal and team compliance with all company HSE requirements & policies including Fitness for Work.
- Ensure the management of tires on site is compliant to the relevant MSHA, OceanaGold and site requirements.
- Completes any HSE tasks only if the hazards and any potential consequences are understood and managed to an acceptable level of risk.
- Undertake task observations relating to tire changes both at the tire facility and in the field.
- Manage rim NDT program in alignment with MSHA and OceanaGold requirements.
People
- Supervise the tire contractor to ensure safety, compliance and productivity.
- Proactively work with tire OEMs to review performance to ensure the best products and services are being utilised.
- Facilitate tire trials in partnership with Production and Maintenance.
- Works constructively within a diverse group of people and departments.
- Mentors all personnel allocated to the Tire area.
- Verify competence via qualifications and physical observation of new personnel.
- Delivers consistently on commitments and takes accountability for their own and the tire technicians’ development.
- Provide regular tire awareness training to the mine production team.
Production
- Oversight and participation of all aspects of tire maintenance activities.
- Accurate data capture and management of tire and rim changes.
- Work constructively with the Mine Production team to deliver improved tire life and lower costs.
- Forecasting tire usage including tire rotational changes.
- Planning and scheduling of tire and rim changes.
- Monitoring progress of tire maintenance underway.
- Ensure documentation, maintenance and changeout records for equipment tires are complete and kept up to date.
- Communication and coordinating with the planning team and attending planning meetings.
Cost
- Actively seeks cost reduction opportunities and identifies & reports any cost wastage within designated area.
- Lower the Haile operation tire cost per hour/ton.
Qualifications
- TIA 400 Earthmover Tire Instructor essential.
- TIA 300 Earth Mover Tire Technician essential.
- Driver’s License essential.
- Forklift qualifications highly desirable.
- Equipment test and move experience essential.
Additional Information
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
- Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recognition program
- In-office snack shop
- Monthly paid training available and professional development
- Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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
