Apprentice - Mechanical

Overview

Oceana Gold is agrowing 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 mining gold for abetter future. The gold, copper, and silver 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 atrusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders. Haile Gold Mine located in South Carolina is the largest gold mine on the East Coast of America.

Our employees are at the heart of all we do. With 84 % of our employees living in the surrounding community, they are neighbors and friends as well. Join our team, where your expertise can make atrue impact!

The Apprentice—Mechanical role is an excellent way to join the Haile Gold Mine team and gain experience in heavy equipment mechanics in the mining industry.

• Performs required maintenance such as changing oil, greasing and replacing parts on ascheduled and unscheduled basis
• Operate pressure washer
• Empty trashcans
• Performs other work required
• Perform all assigned tasks with limited supervision
• Performs all duties and activities in amanner that conforms to safety requirements

On-the-job experience and vocational training

Key Result Areas &Measures

• Excellent and demonstrated commitment to safety &health, interacting with maintenance shop personnel to ensure activities are completed without compromise to the safety and health of all personnel.
• Focus on “ visible felt leadership” spending at minimum 50 % of time interacting with the technicians.
• Ensure key performance measures are actively reviewed with the technicians targeting fleet availability.
• Positive and enthusiastic team member, seeking to assist and mentor others.
• Rigorous and thorough management for completing scheduled / unscheduled activities to minimize the production impact of the equipment being down for maintenance activities.
• Actively and constructively communicate opportunities for improvement / development to technicians consistently updating individuals as to their current job performance.
• Maintain rigorous housekeeping habits of all maintenance workareas.
• Maintain maintenance shift reports, area inspections, planned general inspections, dispatch reporting data and employee evaluations.
• Maintain good working relationships with key vendors / manufacturers such as Linder (Komatsu), Blanchard (Cat)
• Provide technical support and training to the PM and repair technicians.
• Submit—at minimum—one Field Level Risk Assessment daily.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear andsee.
• Must be Fit for Duty:
  Able to lift and carry 50 lbs overhead, climb ladders, work at heights,etc.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions: wind, rain,sun.
• Work is in asurface mine setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in amine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.
• Haile Gold Mine, Inc. promotes adrug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-termbonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401 K, andmore
• Great residential location between Columbia SC and Charlotte
  
  NC.
• Supportive work environment with afocus on safety and teamwork
• Access to Oceana Gold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

YOU MATTER: Oceana Gold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believeavariety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.

Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact usat

Must be eligible to work in the USA—Posting will remain open for 14 days

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED