Process Shift Electrician

at  Oceanagold

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

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 - www.oceanagold.com

JOB DESCRIPTION

Working as part of the Processing Plant Maintenance Team, this role will be responsible for maintaining the electrical systems, and all related electrical and electronic equipment and machinery across the plant.

• Carries out maintenance repairs and improvements to electrical equipment in the process plant areas and installs new equipment when required to safety standards required by regulatory authorities.
• Diagnoses and rectifies faults under the pressure of unscheduled downtime or power outage to maximise plant availability.
• Updates electrical circuit drawings when modifications are made to keep a currently accurate set of drawings.
• Installs calibrates and maintains all instrumentation including DCS. Modifies and upgrades PLC programs as required.
• Records all work done and modifications for historical records. Keeps time sheets. Informs Electrical supervisor immediately of all significant down-time.
• Attend and contribute to pre-shift safety and toolbox safety meetings.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) specified for particular equipment or tasks and be involved in the development and review/revision of procedures when required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal Electrical trade qualification required.
• Current registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board
• Current First Aid Certificate beneficial
• Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred

Experience:

• Up to 5 years’ post apprenticeship experience in a processing or heavy industry would be well regarded.
• New Zealand electrical mining endorsement well regarded.
• Previous exposure to PLC’s, control systems and instrumentation is essential.
• Previous experience with high voltage switching would be advantageous

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.oceanagold.com/jobs
**Applications close 4 July 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand

• Carries out maintenance repairs and improvements to electrical equipment in the process plant areas and installs new equipment when required to safety standards required by regulatory authorities.
• Diagnoses and rectifies faults under the pressure of unscheduled downtime or power outage to maximise plant availability.
• Updates electrical circuit drawings when modifications are made to keep a currently accurate set of drawings.
• Installs calibrates and maintains all instrumentation including DCS. Modifies and upgrades PLC programs as required.
• Records all work done and modifications for historical records. Keeps time sheets. Informs Electrical supervisor immediately of all significant down-time.
• Attend and contribute to pre-shift safety and toolbox safety meetings.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) specified for particular equipment or tasks and be involved in the development and review/revision of procedures when require