Underground Diesel Fitter

Job Description

Are you a qualified Heavy Diesel mechanic with mining or similar industry experience? Are you tired of the FIFO lifestyle or living in remote mining towns? Keen to come home from work each evening and spend more time with friends and family? Dream of living by the beach yet within easy reach of Hamilton, Tauranga and Auckland?

If you answered yes to the above, we'd love to hear from you as we are growing our Underground maintenance team. This is a great opportunity for you to gain and expand your experience and knowledge of underground mining whilst working an attractive even time roster. Rotating 7 days on, 7 days off (Dayshift/Nightshift).

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Perform a range of preventative and breakdown maintenance tasks on mining equipment including Loaders, Development/Production Drills, Haul Trucks and Ancillary Plant and Equipment
• Ensure all equipment is mechanically and electronically maintained in accordance with company and site policies and procedures
• Complete scheduled tasks and service inspections as planned to a high standard of quality which maintains the integrity of the equipment and does not compromise safety
• Maintain legible and accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Source technical information from the relevant OEM manuals, technical bulletins, and service documentation.
• Actively promote, seek out and participate in drives that will lead to improvements in safety, productivity, and cost effectiveness

Qualifications

• Mechanical Trade Qualification
• Experience working on Heavy Mobile Plant
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in hydraulic systems and electrical circuits
• Excellent communication skills
• A full and current Driver Licence with the ability to drive manual vehicles

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• Career development opportunities 
• Competitive salary + bonuses
• 7/7 even time roster, rotating days and nights
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare
• Free Gym Membership 
• BP Fuel card discount
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

**Applications close 28 July 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately.

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 careers@oceanagold.com
 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Company Description

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the New Your Stock Exchange (NYSE). 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. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting a global workforce of ~4600 employees and contractors.

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 gold mine. A recent consent for the Waihi North Project, a new mine to be developed 6km north of the existing operation has provided a long-term extension of mine life providing our 400 staff and contractors, and the people of Waihi, an assurance that we plan to be here for the long-term.