Supervisor - Maintenance (Open Pit, Field) at OceanaGold

Macraes, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Leadership, Maintenance Planning, Heavy Machinery Repair, Safety Compliance, Team Development, Contractor Management, Mechanical Maintenance, Electrical Systems Repair, Continuous Improvement, Performance Assessment, Communication, Problem Solving, Record Keeping, Coaching, Quality Workmanship

Industry

mining

Description

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 As we continue to ramp-up production at our Macraes mine, we have created 2 new roles in the Open Pit workshop. The roles are responsible for supervising maintenance teams on dayshift to ensure safe, efficient maintenance is delivered to the open pit mining operations fleet. Critical to the role is the planning of daily workloads to ensure timely execution of planned maintenance, backlog and defect repairs along with accurate recording and reporting of materials and resources in the computerised maintenance management system (Pronto). The position is expected to be around 25% hands-on with a high degree of professionalism and quality workmanship required to ensure cost effective maintenance and repairs are delivered. Key responsibilities Supervision of respective maintenance field teams (including contractors) for all maintenance activities for the assigned on-shift roster; Manage the performance of maintenance field crews during the execution of maintenance to ensure all work is carried out safely and that it is preformed to acceptable standards; Utilising contractors as a source of top up and specialist labour, ensuring all contractors are compliant with the Contractor Management Policy; Liaise with stores regarding spares & parts holdings relating to mechanical maintenance requirements and schedules, this also includes major shutdown repairs and backlog repairs; Provide input to improvements in maintenance planning workflow & directly assist with the formulation of written plans for major overhaul projects; Assist the Senior Supervisor with performance assessments, with input to objectives and training plans to enable staff to be developed in their respective roles; Attending and repairing breakdowns of the mining fleet and ancillary plant; General repairs and maintenance on all mining, ancillary and support plant; Replacement of ground engaging tooling (G.E.T); Basic repairs to electrical systems on the mining fleet and ancillary plant. Provide leadership and coaching to establish a strong culture of continuous improvement. Coach, support and develop the team to build knowledge and skills to provide coverage and to build succession plans. Qualifications National Certificate in Automotive Heavy Engineering - Plant and Equipment Level 4 / 5 or equivalent. Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles preferred. Preferred but not essential are; certificates in: first aid; forklift; overhead gantry and non-slewing crane; rigging and slinging and work at height, ICAM investigator and mining S1, S2, S3. Proficiency in using Pronto or a similar computerised maintenance management system Proven supervisory and leadership skills with a minimum 2 years’ experience as a supervisor working in a heavy industry environment 5 years’ experience post qualification in the repairs, maintenance and field service of heavy machinery, including large mining excavators, trucks, drills, graders, dozers and ancillary equipment. Additional Information WHAT'S ON OFFER: Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ. 7 on 7 off , dayshift only, lifestyle roster Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus Discounts on retail and services Free Southern Cross Healthcare and Life Insurance Long service recognition Living Our Values recoginition program Free transport to work Study assistance Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected 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] **Applications close 18 November 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance teams to ensure safe and efficient maintenance of the open pit mining operations fleet. Plan daily workloads for timely execution of maintenance tasks and manage performance of maintenance crews.