Underground Senior Maintenance Planner

As a Senior Maintenance Planner, you will be responsible for developing and executing maintenance strategies for a variety of underground mining equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This includes:

· Drilling Equipment (Jumbo and Long Hole)

· Loading Equipment

· Hauling Equipment

· Ancillary Equipment

Your goal is to ensure planned maintenance and component replacements meet performance targets such as equipment availability and Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF).

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling

· Schedule and plan routine maintenance in collaboration with Production and Maintenance teams.

· Track component age and condition using the Pronto CMMS.

· Create and manage Bills of Materials (BoMs).

Maintenance Strategy & Execution

· Maintain accurate routine maintenance data in Pronto.

· Create and manage work orders and requisitions.

· Expedite parts and labor as needed.

Budgeting & Cost Control

· Assist in developing the annual budget using Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB).

· Provide cost and component updates for budget reforecasting.

Reporting & Analysis

· Report monthly on key performance indicators: availability, MTBF, component usage, and cost.

· Analyze historical data to support lifecycle planning and budgeting.

Collaboration & Compliance

· Liaise with suppliers and contractors.

· Ensure compliance with company and government policies.

· Provide input and adhere to the Oceana Asset Management Framework (AMF).

Required

· 5–10 years of maintenance experience (preferably in mining).

· 2+ years of experience in computer-based planning/scheduling.

· Valid driver’s license.

· Technical qualification in Engineering or Asset Management (highly regarded).

Preferred

· Direct experience with underground mining equipment, especially Sandvik, Normet and Caterpillar.

Technical Skills

· Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Pronto, and Xeras (or similar ZBB tools).

· Familiarity with planning tools such as Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), BoMs, and work packs.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
• Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• In-office snack shop
• Monthly paid training available and professional development
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   

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]
 

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