Mine Maintenance Welder

Company Description

OceanaGold is a growing intermediate gold and copper producer committed to safely and responsibly maximizing the generation of Free Cash Flow from our operations and delivering strong returns for our shareholders.

We have a portfolio of four operating mines: the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America; Didipio Mine in the Philippines; and the Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand. Our operations are supported by a global workforce with significant exploration, development and operating experience.

Our Purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology which connects communities around the world. Our activities also contribute to economic growth and improved health and education outcomes in the regions where we operate. We provide direct employment for over 3,700 people and indirect employment for many more.

Our Vision is to be a company people trust, want to work and partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. This Vision is brought to life by our Values – Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance and Teamwork – which put our people, host communities, the environment and our stakeholders at the forefront of our decision-making.

Check us out - https://oceanagold.com/

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

Job Description

• Demonstrate safe work practices and follow Oceana SOP’s.
• Properly and consistently follow verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrate general knowledge of different procedures and material usage.
• Weld with 1/16 and .045 duel shield mig wire proficiently in the following positions:
  • Vertical
  • Overhead
  • Flat
  • Horizontal
  • With minimal errors such as roll over, undercut and other imperfections.
• Be able to do simple basic fabrication with minimal direction.
• Demonstrate ability to air arc and stick weld.
• Demonstrate the ability to properly set up oxygen/acetylene cutting torch, select proper size tip for material, and cut material with minimal defects.
• Demonstrate the ability to set up and run track torch.
• Demonstrate proficiency and efficiency in air arcing.
• Demonstrate the ability to flame cut complex shapes in 2” material with minimal defects.
• Demonstrate fabrication of more complex and larger in scale projects. Should be able to follow a drawn document or verbal direction of project. Expected to have input and problem solve with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate the ability to rough set up line bore equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to use bore tech welder to weld bore holes.
• Demonstrate the ability to stick weld in multiple positions with minimal defects.
• Demonstrate the ability to TIG weld ferrous and non-ferrous material.
• Be able to prepare and perform a given task with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate very strong verbal communications and written skills including client deliverables

Qualifications

Previous experience:

• Minimum 3 years in a construction or mining environment a plus
• Fabrication experience a plus

Certifications:

• AWS D1.1 / D1.1M Certification preferred but not required

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Information

Benefits

• Full time position working in the stable gold mining industry.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more.
• Monthly paid training available and professional development.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork.

• Great residential location, close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and the sea.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is re