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.
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!
Job Description
Reports to: Superintendent – Maintenance
Direct Reports: WTP Mechanical Technicians, WTP Electrical Technicians
Internal Customers: WTP Mechanical & Electrical Planner, Reliability, Operations, Maintenance Execution, HSE
External Customers: Contractors, Supply Chain, Vendors
Role Summary
The Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the mechanical and electrical maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of water treatment assets. This role combines frontline leadership, schedule execution, technical oversight, and continuous improvement to deliver high-quality maintenance outcomes.
The supervisor ensures that work is executed in alignment with planned schedules, safety standards, and operational priorities. They play a key role in supporting planning processes, validating job scopes, and driving field execution excellence. This position requires strong leadership, technical knowledge, and the ability to coordinate across disciplines and departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of water treatment plant mechanical technicians and electrical technicians.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards and promote safety leadership in the field.
- Execute planned maintenance schedules and respond to unplanned work efficiently.
- Provide technical input to the Maintenance Planner to support accurate job scoping and scheduling.
- Validate work packages and ensure readiness of labor, materials, permits, and equipment.
- Monitor daily and weekly work progress, identify delays, and implement corrective actions.
- Support continuous improvement by analyzing repetitive failures and recommending changes to materials, methods, or PM strategies.
- Ensure accurate documentation of repair history and feedback in the CMMS (ProntoXi).
- Supervise contractors and recommend contractor needs based on workload and scope.
- Participate in planning and scheduling meetings to align execution with maintenance strategy.
- Support shutdown and turnaround execution with leadership and coordination.
- Maintain vacation schedules, approve overtime, and conduct performance evaluations.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a culture of proactive maintenance.
- Develop and mentor technicians through the site-specific technical progression program, ensuring skill development aligns with operational needs.
- Respond to call-ins and urgent maintenance needs, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of critical issues.
- Follow escalation protocols for equipment failures, safety incidents, or resource constraints, ensuring appropriate communication and action.
- Log and investigate safety and environmental incidents, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with site reporting requirements.
- Reinforce field discipline and planning standards through visible leadership and engagement.
Qualifications
Key Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, with supervisory experience preferred.
- Trade certification in mechanical or electrical discipline preferred; dual-discipline experience is an asset.
- Strong understanding of water treatment systems, pumps, valves, instrumentation, and control systems.
- Proven leadership skills with ability to coach, mentor, and develop technicians.
- Experience with CMMS platforms (ProntoXi preferred); familiarity with SAP, Maximo, or Oracle is beneficial.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Downtime Hours – Total equipment downtime attributed to maintenance.
- Schedule Compliance – % of work completed as per weekly schedule.
- PM Completion Rate – % of preventive maintenance tasks completed on time.
- Work Quality – % of rework or repeat failures due to execution issues.
- Team Productivity – Work orders completed per technician per week.
- Field Leadership Presence – Time spent in field supporting execution and validating work.
- Safety Compliance – % of jobs executed with required permits and safety documentation.
- CMMS Accuracy – % of work orders with complete and accurate history entered.
- Progression Development – % of technicians advancing through progression levels annually.
- Incident Response Time – Average time to respond and escalate critical maintenance or safety events.
- Environmental Compliance – % of environmental incidents logged and closed with corrective actions.
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 between Columbia SC and Charlotte NC.
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recognition program
- 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]
Must be eligible to work in the USA - Posting will remain open for 14 days
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
