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Underground Maintenance Planner Specialist

OceanaGold


Job Location:

Kershaw, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 27 August 2026 (8 days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Maintenance Planner Specialist is responsible for preventative maintenance planning and scheduling of underground mobile and/or fixed plant assets ensuring manpower parts shop space tools and other resources are available for work to be safely and efficiently executed.

Key Result Areas:

  • Regularly perform field audits of planned work with maintenance supervisors and technicians to acquire real time feedback for continuous improvement of maintenance strategies and tasks.
  • Planning and scheduling of all maintenance work through computerized maintenance management system-Pronto Xi to ensure resources are prioritized in accordance with the maintenance strategy.
  • Support day to day functions of the Underground Maintenance department as required by the UG Maintenance Superintendent
  • Prepare and issue weekly maintenance schedule to execution team contractors and mining department. Work with Mining Technical Services Department to integrate maintenance schedule with mine plan.
  • Liaise closely with the Supply Department and Vendors to ensure proper inventory levels timely delivery of direct orders and setup/obsoletion of inventory.
  • Lead and/or assist with maintenance related continuous improvement projects.
  • Track and maintain equipment Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) regularly report on performance and contribute to the development and implementation of corrective actions.
  • Work with reliability engineer on reliability improvements Asset Management Framework implementation and sustainability developing engineering solutions to repetitive failures and all other problems that adversely affect plant equipment operations.
  • Participate in training and developing maintenance staff in maintenance roles.
  • Monitors work order status and data to ensure accurate documentation.
  • Review service sheets and analyze data to determine effectiveness quality of inspection and appropriate inspection intervals in coordination to Reliability Engineers.
  • Provides technical assistance to maintenance personnel as required.

Qualifications :

  • Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineer or Trade School education and/or qualifications.
  • Minimum of 5 years maintenance planner role in maintaining mobile and/or fixed equipment (e.g. mobile equipment pumps ventilation fans electric motors electrical starters etc.) or related industry experience.
  • Proficient at Office 365 Suite (Word Outlook Excel PowerPoint)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge & Core Functions:

  • Demonstrates a high level of technical skill or knowledge in Maintenance Planning and Scheduling.
  • Experience with Maintenance ERP Systems (ProntoXi SAP JD Edwards Maximo)
  • Able to fault find give directions and escalate problems when required during course of duties
  • Familiar with Preventive Maintenance Asset Management and Mechanical Systems

Additional Information :

WHATS 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 NC 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
 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

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 ... View more

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