The reliability engineer plays a key role in reducing equipment failures and optimizing asset performance by establishing and utilizing a robust PM strategy and plant item reliability framework. Their primary job responsibilities include:
- Define and own the asset strategies and tactics, measure, analyze, and continually improve performance and condition of assets in order to create value and sustainability
- Ensures the site does the right work over a 3-to-5-year horizon. This work supports the maintenance planning and execution teams
- Maintenance planning team ensure the site does the right work at the right time over a 1-week to 1-year horizon.
- Maintenance execution teams ensure the site does the right work at the right time, the right way over a shift to 2-week horizon.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to identify and resolve equipment failures and process inefficiencies
- Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies to optimize equipment performance and reduce downtime
- Perform failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to proactively identify potential failure modes and their impacts
- Utilize statistical analysis and predictive maintenance techniques to forecast equipment failures and recommend preventive actions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement reliability improvement initiatives and track their effectiveness
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and report on reliability metrics
- Provide technical expertise and training to maintenance and operations teams on reliability best practices
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in reliability engineering
- Conduct site assessments and audits to ensure compliance with reliability standards and procedures
- Prepare and present comprehensive reports on reliability performance and improvement recommendations to management
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field)
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in reliability engineering or a related field
- Strong knowledge of root cause analysis (RCA), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) methodologies
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and data analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
- Experience with predictive maintenance techniques and technologies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Technical report writing
- Experience in mining or heavy industry preferred
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification preferred
- Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certification preferred
- Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in reliability engineering
- Understanding of mining operations and equipment
Safety
- Continually demonstrates the attributes and behaviors of a Safety Leader.
- Hazard identification – minimum 2 per week
- Task Observation - minimum 1 per week
People Skills
- Confident and articulate written and verbal communicator.
- Ability to inspire and influence others.
- Capable negotiator.
Scheduling Skills
- Ability to self-manage the achievement of multiple deliverables within a set timeframe.
- Ability to set priorities for self and others.
- Ability to logically sequence tasks and activities to achieve the desired outcome.
Technical Skills
- Structured Maintenance Strategy Development (RCM/FMEA/PMO)
- Root Cause Analysis Facilitator
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Advanced CMMS user
- Advanced data analysis (i.e. MS Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
- Technical report writing
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Competitive salary, incentives and relocation support
- Living Our Values recognition program
- Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
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.
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
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
