OceanaGold Corporation
Process Plant- Reliability Engineer
OceanaGold Corporation, Kershaw, South Carolina, United States, 29067
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 to mine gold for a better future; the metals 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 stakeholders. Job Description
The reliability engineer plays a key role in reducing equipment failures and optimizing asset performance by establishing and utilizing a robust preventive maintenance strategy and plant item reliability framework. Primary responsibilities include: Failure analysis & problem solving: Analyze equipment history and perform root‑cause failure analysis (RCFA) to identify and eliminate recurring issues. Maintenance program management: Define, develop, and refine preventive maintenance (PM) and condition‑based maintenance (CBM) programs based on reliability analysis and cost/benefit assessments. Asset management strategy: Ensure assets have a defined strategy with associated job plans (proactive and reactive), adjusting strategies based on failure data analysis. New installation review & reliability integration: Participate in the approval process for new installations to ensure maintainability and reliability are considered from the outset, and act as a technical resource for others, developing/managing CBM processes and verification procedures. Condition monitoring & data utilization: Work with condition monitoring personnel, incorporating monitoring information into decision‑making processes such as shutdown planning, and alert stores to changes in stocking levels based on task frequency. Analyse spares usage and failure data for proper stocking level determination. Statistical analysis & equipment improvement: Perform statistical analysis on failure and work order data to guide asset strategy adjustments, develop failure codes for the work order system, and make specific recommendations for improving machinery performance and reliability based on data analysis. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field required. CMPR certification preferred. Strong leadership and teamwork skills. Excellent communication, organization, multitasking, and employee relations abilities. Ability to read, understand, interpret, and apply complex technical documents, including manuals, drawings, specifications, blueprints, and schematics. Willingness and ability to recognize, report, and correct unsafe working conditions and respond to call‑out or emergencies as directed. Experience
Advanced processing plant experience. Minimum of 5 years of production maintenance experience and demonstrated reliability engineering experience. Experience with Pronto and other CMMS systems; maintenance management CMMS experience required. Experience establishing failure modes and effects for preventive maintenance improvements. Experience with Weibull failure types and associated preventive measures. Experience with predictive maintenance technologies. Benefits
Competitive salary with short‑ and long‑term incentives. Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance, 401(k), and more. Living Our Values recognition program. Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork. Equal Opportunity
OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome—they are essential to our success. Application Instructions
If you share our values and have what we are looking for, please apply online now via our careers website:
https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold . Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Applications from agencies will not be accepted.
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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 to mine gold for a better future; the metals 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 stakeholders. Job Description
The reliability engineer plays a key role in reducing equipment failures and optimizing asset performance by establishing and utilizing a robust preventive maintenance strategy and plant item reliability framework. Primary responsibilities include: Failure analysis & problem solving: Analyze equipment history and perform root‑cause failure analysis (RCFA) to identify and eliminate recurring issues. Maintenance program management: Define, develop, and refine preventive maintenance (PM) and condition‑based maintenance (CBM) programs based on reliability analysis and cost/benefit assessments. Asset management strategy: Ensure assets have a defined strategy with associated job plans (proactive and reactive), adjusting strategies based on failure data analysis. New installation review & reliability integration: Participate in the approval process for new installations to ensure maintainability and reliability are considered from the outset, and act as a technical resource for others, developing/managing CBM processes and verification procedures. Condition monitoring & data utilization: Work with condition monitoring personnel, incorporating monitoring information into decision‑making processes such as shutdown planning, and alert stores to changes in stocking levels based on task frequency. Analyse spares usage and failure data for proper stocking level determination. Statistical analysis & equipment improvement: Perform statistical analysis on failure and work order data to guide asset strategy adjustments, develop failure codes for the work order system, and make specific recommendations for improving machinery performance and reliability based on data analysis. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field required. CMPR certification preferred. Strong leadership and teamwork skills. Excellent communication, organization, multitasking, and employee relations abilities. Ability to read, understand, interpret, and apply complex technical documents, including manuals, drawings, specifications, blueprints, and schematics. Willingness and ability to recognize, report, and correct unsafe working conditions and respond to call‑out or emergencies as directed. Experience
Advanced processing plant experience. Minimum of 5 years of production maintenance experience and demonstrated reliability engineering experience. Experience with Pronto and other CMMS systems; maintenance management CMMS experience required. Experience establishing failure modes and effects for preventive maintenance improvements. Experience with Weibull failure types and associated preventive measures. Experience with predictive maintenance technologies. Benefits
Competitive salary with short‑ and long‑term incentives. Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance, 401(k), and more. Living Our Values recognition program. Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork. Equal Opportunity
OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome—they are essential to our success. Application Instructions
If you share our values and have what we are looking for, please apply online now via our careers website:
https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/OceanaGold . Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Applications from agencies will not be accepted.
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