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.
Job Description
You will operate the Charmec and charge basket for the purpose of preparing and charging blast holes for stope production, development and for miscellaneous charging. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our growing underground team.
- Load Charmec and charge baskets according to charge plan and ensure stock count is accurate
- Clean Charge machines and baskets regularly, keep housekeeping standards high
- Ability to charge up and down holes
- Refuel charge machines regularly
- Ensure site is prepared, packed up and cleaned up at the start and finish of jobs
- Give a thorough shift changeover and pass on relevant information to cross shift
- Provide support to the development charge crew as and when required
- Perform all work and associated functions safely.
Qualifications
- Full and current driver license and confidence driving manual vehicles over rough terrain
- 2-3 years underground mining experience
- Must have service crew, development, and production charge-up experience.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
Additional Information
- Structured Career path
- Base salary from NZ$110,000.00 – NZ$127,000.00 depending on experience
- Southern Cross Health Insurance + Gym Membership
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.oceanagold.com/jobs
**Applications close 29 May 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
