Underground Automation Technician

OceanaGold is a growing intermediate gold and copper producer committed to safely and responsibly maximizing the generation of Free Cash Flow from our operations and delivering strong returns for our shareholders.

We have a portfolio of four operating mines: the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America; Didipio Mine in the Philippines; and the Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand. Our operations are supported by a global workforce with significant exploration, development and operating experience.

Our Purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology which connects communities around the world. Our activities also contribute to economic growth and improved health and education outcomes in the regions where we operate. We provide direct employment for over 3,700 people and indirect employment for many more.

Our Vision is to be a company people trust, want to work and partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. This Vision is brought to life by our Values – Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance and Teamwork – which put our people, host communities, the environment and our stakeholders at the forefront of our decision-making.

Check us out - https://oceanagold.com/

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.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold

The role:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and improving automation systems on mobile and fixed equipment associated with the underground mine. This position will be the point of contact for all automation related issues and interface with maintenance and operations to ensure proper functioning of the systems.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain, and improve Sandvik Automine system on loaders and drills
• Implement, maintain, and improve automation and data collection systems on air compressors, cement batch plant, and rock crusher
• Diagnose failure mechanism for all automation systems
• Input to daily and weekly plan regarding necessary network configuration for required mining areas to ensure coverage is achieved.
• Liaison with controllers, operators, and mining supervisors to identify automation system performance issues and track field performance
• Perform repairs on relevant equipment and systems
• Assist mining operations with issues and improvements
• Mobile Equipment Automation design, programming, installation, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Assist Fixed Maintenance with instrumentation installation, troubleshooting, and repairs

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working with electro-mechanical systems
• Experience working in a mining, industrial, or construction environment
• Computer skills competency
• Experience with machine configuration and calibrations
• Formal education and/or training on electro-mechanical systems or mechatronics preferred

Benefits

• Full time position working in the stable gold mining industry.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more.
• Monthly paid training available and professional development.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork.

• Great residential location, close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and the sea.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see.
• Must be able to work shift work with 12 hour shifts.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
• Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.