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Group Technical Services Manager Job at Ensure Recruitment, Canterbury

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Location:
   Canterbury
Work type:
   Full Time
Classification:
   Mining, Resources & Energy
   Mining – Exploration & Geoscience
 

Step up for this executive Technical Services Manager across a Group portfolio of mines across Australia and New Zealand.Reporting into the COO

  • responsible for Reserve and Resource accountability
  • Performance management
  • Corporate Advisory role
  • NZ or Australian base – take your pick.
  • Managing remote teams of Engineers.

We are looking for a commercially savvy Group TSM who recognises talent and is able to be discerning on exploration and resource assets.Solid Gold miner looking to add competitive advantage to their executive with this appointment.

  • Excellent Base $250k plus benefits.
  • flexibility to meet family and position requirements
  • Position has been vacant for a while.

You must have held a Technical Services Manager’s position in an substantial Underground operation and have a relevant degree along with solid understanding of the complexities of each role in Technical Services.Please do apply as I promise to get back to you. You will need to include a copy of your Passport photo as ID, for more details please call Fiona on 02 9346 5287.

February 26, 2012   Comments Off

Energy Advisor/Researcher Job at Charitable Programmes Job at Community Energy Action trust, Canterbury, Christchurch

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Location:
   Canterbury
   Christchurch
Work type:
   Full Time
Classification:
   Mining, Resources & Energy
   Analysis & Reporting
 
Community Energy Action is a leading New Zealand energy efficiency trust based in Christchurch, with a focus on the development of low income residential energy efficiency.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen in our fast-paced, small team environment for an individual who is both an outgoing, persuasive communicator, possessing exceptional relationship development skills, and who also has a passion for the environment that would make them, at very least, a fast learner of energy efficiency techniques.This is a strategic position and will be responsible for research projects in the area of home energy efficiency and providing written analysis and reports on developments in this area. With guidance from the CEO, you will also be responsible both for caring for our funders and for raising the funds we need to run our services by developing, implementing and driving innovative approaches which includes grants from both private and public sectors. You will be expected to create a monthly reporting framework to both the Board and to the funding bodies. Over time this position will become responsible for giving telephonic advice, and conducting individual residential checks and energy assessments. Ideally you will also be responsible for maintaining the Trusts website and/or giving presentations to the public.
This is a full-time, 37.5 hour a week position, with variation of duties from week to week depending on priorities at the time.
To be eligible for this role, you must be able to demonstrate:
  • Passion this is critical; both for first-class customer service in face-to-face encounters as well as over the phone/in writing.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrable experience in report preparation.
  • Good knowledge of and successful track record in grant-writing, fundraising and profile-raising techniques.
  • Aptitude in I.T. and web administration ability to use e-marketing techniques.
  • Past experience in helping people in an NGO context.
  • The ability to learn and be open to new ideas.
  • An appreciation of non-profit sector values and operating environment.
Home energy efficiency technical knowledge and awareness of the energy sector and its impact on household energy efficiency is important but not essential, however it is important that you have an interest in sustainability and a broad understanding and knowledge of home energy needs.
If this sounds like you, please contact Mike Johnson, HR Consultant, on mike@essentialhr.co.nz or 027 2808546 for a full position description. Please apply with a CV as well as a covering letter explaining why you are suited to the role.

February 23, 2012   Comments Off

Projects Portfolio Delivery Manager Job at Shell Todd Oil Services, Taranaki

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Location:
   Taranaki
Work type:
   Full Time
Classification:
   Mining, Resources & Energy
   Oil & Gas – Engineering & Maintenance
 
When it comes to technical excellence, Shells reputation is world class. Our innovative technology is a way of life driven by talented professionals who help keep us at the forefront of our industry. At the heart of this culture is our structured approach to professional skills management and development that provides employees with access to an unparalleled range of roles, training opportunities and global exposure.
This is a very rare opportunity to join shell in a senior management position. In this role you will effectivelyinitially manage a group of 9 reports to manage multiple projects varying from minor modifications to upgrade and enhancement projects through internal efforts and engineering houses.
With a high degree of spend capacity and budget responsibility you will also prepare CAPEX budget submissions for approval and manage the project portfolio review process for all projects from concept definition through to execution.
This is an very exciting opportunity for the selected candidate as the role could possibly can grow into other areas and assets of the business.
To be considered for this position you will be degree (engineering) qualified with substantial experience in the Oil & Gas industry, with a particular focus around managing multiple Brownfield or E&P projects. We will also be looking for people with effective communication at all levels and someone who can understand the business drivers of such a large organisation.
In this extremely important role you will work across-functionally with many other internal organisations businesses, with the intent of identifying and maturing surface facility aspects of any development opportunities, through managing multi-disciplined project teams through the entire project lifecycle, for both new and existing assets.
You will work with a high degree of independence and constantly deliver work through others. (e.g. business cases, project plans etc), always trying to predict and work with uncertainty. You will also be ensuring projects are developed in line with Shells guidelines. Additionally you will provide facilities input to all CAPEC and OPEX work programmes.
The successful applicant will have either a process or disciplined engineering degree with substantial post graduate experience in the oil & and gas industry, ideally with some a portion of this of this time spent as a front end engineer. You will have substantial experience, a proven record of working independently and be the ability to work with prepared for uncertainty and with great foresight.
A career with Shell is more than just a day job. Its It is an opportunity to join a company that tackles real world problems, that values diversity and places an emphasis on the quality of life of its employees and their families. If youre you are ready to tackle the energy challenge, theres there is a great future for you at Shell.
To find out more about each opportunity and
For further information and to apply, please visit the careers website at www.shell.co.nz/careersto apply online, please visit www.shell.co.nz/careers
Closing Date: 24 February 2012
Lets deliver better energy solutions together.

February 15, 2012   Comments Off

Drill & Blast Engineer Job at Stockton Alliance Job at Downer, West Coast, Rest of West Coast

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Location:
   West Coast
   Rest of West Coast
Work type:
   Full Time
Classification:
   Mining, Resources & Energy
   Mining – Engineering & Maintenance
 

Downer EDI Mining is seeking an experienced Drill & Blast Engineer to join our open cut mining business. The initial appointment will be a secondment for approximately 12 months to our mining alliance at Stockton mine in New Zealand but could extend beyond that period. Based in Westport on the South Island of New Zealand, candidates will work a residential roster of 5:2 and company accommodation will be provided.

Initially reporting to the Stockton Alliance Technical Services Manager, you will assist in the efficient management of the waste removal through effective Drill & Blast design and implementation. Using your sound understanding of mining activities and equipment, as part of the mine planning team you will be responsible for providing Drill & Blast design and management to the operation.

Upon completion of the secondment, further career development will be available in other Downer EDI Mining operations in Australia.

About you

  • Tertiary qualifications in mining or civil engineering
  • Experience in open cut coal mining with Drill & Blast experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise with a broad spectrum of people is essential
  • A high level of computer literacy with a working knowledge of databases and scheduling processes
  • Previous experience with Vulcan software would be an advantage

In return we offer

  • The opportunity for an achievement orientated mining professional with a strong operations focus to work at a technically challenging operation while adding value to our rapidly expanding company
  • Variety and career development while having a close working relationship with the mine’s management team as well as off site Downer EDI Mining support staff
  • Commitment to a safe, injury-free working environment, a competitive salary package and the chance to experience a unique lifestyle while developing your career

Please click the ‘Apply’ button below.

February 15, 2012   Comments Off

Substation Maintenance Team Leader Job at Electrix Ltd, Otago

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Location:
   Otago
Work type:
   Full Time
Classification:
   Mining, Resources & Energy
   Power Generation & Distribution
 

Electrix Ltd (www.electrix.co.nz) is a high profile, long term leader in the Australasian electrical and gas contracting markets. We provide a wide range of services to the power, electricity, gas and industrial and commercial contracting sectors. Electrix is also one ofNZs foremost electrical construction and maintenance companies.

With the continued growth of our business we are seeking an experienced Substation Maintenance Team Leader.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

  • Committed to safety, quality and customer service
  • Achieve client KPIs
  • Identify defective client equipment
  • Complete QA documentation and field procedures
  • Ensure high voltage maintenance work is compliant to client quality specifications
  • Able to work flexible hours to support the operational needs
  • Assist maintenance supervisor to plan and organise maintenance work
  • Able to participate in a standby roster to cover fault call outs

Key skills required:

  • Experience in HV substation maintenance
  • Ability to lead people and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
  • Technical problem solving abilities
  • Work planning, organisational skills
  • Proficient computer skills

Qualifications/training required:

  • You should have a relevant trade qualification with an electrical or mechanical trade background.
  • A first line management qualification would be an advantage

In accordance with the Companys Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test and medical.

We prefer online applications. Once you click Apply you will be routed to our career website where you will be required to complete an on-line application. This may take a few minutes.

Applications close on 28 February 2012

February 15, 2012   Comments Off

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