Company Description

Oceana Gold 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

Seeking two (2) suitably qualified and reliable Operator – Process Plant to optimize performance of all operating circuits within the plant, while working safely and efficiently, by following sound operating philosophies and standard operating procedures and actively participating in the departmental training scheme to ensure optimization of the plant occurs at all times. The role will report to the Supervisor - Process Operations.
Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Provide basic technical support to Process Ops and Process team
• Effectively manage and optimize the operations of a process plant facility in order to achieve maximum efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness
• Identify potential risks and implement strategies to mitigate them, such as developing contingency plans for unexpected challenges that may arise during project implementation
• Apply safety principles, framework, processes, and measures to prevent accidents, injuries, and other adverse consequences and to ensure that all safety risks have been identified, assessed and satisfactorily mitigated
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wide variety of vehicles and equipment by applying the most cost-effective and best maintenance practice to improve availability and extend equipment lifespan
• Follow standard procedures for optimizing process plant recovery and throughput
• Follow organizational procedures and protocols for workplace emergencies, including safe evacuation, and emergency response
• Follow directions from superiors in conducting maintenance activities;
• Comply with all department procedures
• Raise issues in performing routine maintenance activities in a timely manner
• Contribute to safety implementation by complying with the safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Behaviour consistent with Oceana Gold Values and the Oceana Gold Way

• High school graduate or at least college level
• At least six (6) months to three (3) years processing plant experience, or similar, is a necessity
• Previous processing plant experience, or similar, will be well regarded
• With forklift, crane, truck and skid steer loader experiences & certifications is an advantage
• Prior experience working in Crushing, Flotation, SAG/Ball milling or filtration Dewatering circuits would be an advantage

• With a valid Professional Driver’s License (code A,A1,B,B1,B2&C)
• Drive for continuous improvement and innovation

Additional Information

• Highly attractive remuneration package inclusive of health and life insurance benefits
• Great opportunities for career advancement with an international mining company
• Friendly roster with great onsite foods, accommodation, and with transport from point of hire is provided for non-Didipio residents
• Professional development skills training opportunities provided

OGC VALUES: CARE | RESPECT | INTEGRITY | PERFORMANCE | TEAMWORK
Oceana Gold 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/Oceana Gold
**Applications close on 14 September 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the Philippines.
NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED