Underground Mine Technician

Job Description

To provide general support to the geological technical services department at the Waihi Underground Operation.  Suitable physical fitness is a key requirement of the position. Basic computer competency and aptitude with Microsoft office suite.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Comply with all site safe work practices and instructions.
• Sample and photograph core at the underground and surface core logging facilities.
• Assist geologists with underground mapping and general ore control duties.
• Sample collection, collation and transportation.
• Dispatch of samples to the analytical laboratory.
• Carry out sample storage activities.
• Photograph underground development and assist with creating 3D scans of the underground workings.
• Monitor stocks of consumables associated with underground ore control activities.
• Provide care and maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in duties.
• Assist Geotechnical department with pull testing, MBPX and seismic monitoring, and other tasks as required.
• Assist Survey department with CALS operation and other tasks as required.
• Assist Engineering department with underground tasks as required.

Qualifications

• A tertiary degree in Geology is preferred but not essential.
• Full and Current Driver Licence (ability to drive manual vehicles is essential).

Experience:

• Previous experience working in mining operations preferred.
• An understanding of geological processes preferred.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• 8 on 6 off lifestyle roster
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Free Gym Membership 
• BP Fuel card discount
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
   

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

**Applications close 24 July 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Company Description

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience.  We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value.  We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

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.