Technician - Electrical & Instrumentation

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The role involves critical installation and maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety in mining operations.

OceanaGold are seeking a suitably qualified and motivated Technician - Electrical & Instrumentation to support to attain the production goals by maintaining electrical equipment and system following site standards, work procedures and applicable electrical laws. The role will report to the Supervisor-Electrical Maintenance.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

  • The ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment in mining operations;
  • The ability to perform electrical works and repair, control the allocation of resources, time and costs to ensure the efficiency and adequacy of Mine Operations, avoiding waste of resources;
  • Ability to identify potential risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, such as developing contingency plans for challenges that may arise during project implementation;
  • The ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wide variety of electrical equipment by applying the most cost-effective and best maintenance practice to improve availability and extend equipment lifespan;
  • The ability to perform instrumentation and control work, control the allocation of resources, time and cost  to ensure the efficiency and adequacy of Mine Operations, avoiding waste of resources;

 

Educational Background

  • Graduate of any vocational trade studies major in electrical or industrial electrician

Work Experience and Background   

  • Minimum 2 years of work experience as industrial electrician
  • Previous work experience in metal & mining industry is an advantage
  • Willing to be assigned in surface or underground

Specialization/License

  • Registered Master Electrician for L3 Position
  • Professional Driver’s license
  • NCII in Electrical or Instrumentation

Desired Qualifications

  • Can do basic electrical wiring and troubleshooting
  • Can work on basic motor controls
  • Had work experience on HV cables, transformers, electric motors, MCCs, motor starters

Knowledge

  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings like SLD, schematic diagrams and other
  • Electrical Systems and components
  • Maintenance procedures and safety standards

Skills

  • Analytical skill
  • Know how to use basic electrical toolings
  • Know how to use basic electrical test equipment
  • Installation, maintenance, commissioning and troubleshooting of an electrical equipment
  • Computer skills and use of Microsoft applications

Abilities

  • Attention to details
  • Adaptability
  • Physical Stamina
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • 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

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

Applications close 1 January 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in the Philippines.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Highly attractive remuneration package inclusive of health and life insurance benefits
  • Professional development training: Professional development skills training opportunities provided

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