Specialist - Maintenance Planning (Long-Term)

OverviewOceanaGold 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 and supports sustainable development.

Our purpose is mining gold for a better future.

The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities.

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 a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

Our Waihi Operation in the North Island of New Zealand is an underground operation with a recent consent to develop the previous Martha mine, extending life for 350 staff and contractors and the people of Waihi, with a plan to be here for the long-term.Job Description – The planning and scheduling team's primary purpose is to ensure all work is fully scoped and resourced in the CMMS and provide the execution team with an achievable plan that has been confirmed with all stakeholders and has the necessary materials, resources and services confirmed.

The planning and scheduling team is supported by the engineering team, which ensures the site does the right work over a 1-to-5-year horizon.ResponsibilitiesSetting the direction for Asset Management (AM) and aligning and motivating all stakeholders to contribute to the site business strategy, and monitoring and controlling performance, risk and cost.Developing the internal capability and competencies to excel in AM along with a strong culture.Developing and optimising the operational and maintenance strategies, tactics, and budgets for all assets.Delivering new or modified assets in line with the AM strategic plan and asset lifecycle plans.Ensuring delivery of spares and materials in full and on-time every time.Measuring and evaluating operating performance and variances based on an agreed time usage measurements.Eliminating causes or defects and operating losses based on an agreed trigger action response plan and effective root cause analysis and corrective action close out.Managing maintenance-related activities on all assets effectively and efficiently with emphasis on maintenance execution quality including KPIs and reporting.Optimising and delivering shutdowns and overhauls to required quality to restore / sustain asset reliability, within approved budgets and schedules.Decommissioning and disposing of redundant assets and obsolete materials.Ensuring the highest standards of safety are maintained at all times.QualificationsRelevant Engineering Degree Mechanical / Electrical or equivalent.Current First Aid Certificate.Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.At least 5 years' production (heavy industrial plant) maintenance experience, including maintenance planning and scheduling.Previous planning experience in a continuous production / process plant environment.Experience of fixed equipment, crushing, grinding, milling plant, rotating equipment and pressure vessels.Additional InformationWhat's on offerResidential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region; Career Development OpportunitiesCompetitive salary + short-term and long-term bonusDiscounts on retail and servicesFree Southern Cross HealthcareLife InsuranceFree Gym MembershipBP Fuel card discountCareer Development OpportunitiesLong service recognitionLiving Our Values recognition programAccess to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respectedYou matterOceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

We believe a variety of perspectives are essential to our success.

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• close 20 October 2025.

Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position.Note : Applications from agencies will not be accepted.

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