Company Description
OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). 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 over 3,700 direct jobs globally.
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.
Job Description
Working under the direction of the Senior Advisor – Environmental, you will implement the Environmental Monitoring Program to support the understanding of environmental impacts of the mine and deliver resource consent compliance.
- Carrying out environmental monitoring – water, air, noise, vibration and geochemical sampling
- Undertake routine inspections of covenant areas for stock entry and pest plant invasion.
- Supporting Consultants, Contractors and environmental visitors coming to site.
- Ensure accurate and timely monitoring results are achieved, enabling the wider team to complete compulsory reporting on time and with a high standard of compliance able to be reported.
Qualifications
- Prefer a minimum of a tertiary qualification in Environmental or Earth Sciences, Ecology, Geography, Resource Management or similar
- Full and Current Driver Licence
Additional Information
- Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
- 5/2/4/3 roster, enjoy a long weekend every other week.
- Competitive salary + bonus scheme
- Discounts on retail and services
- Free Southern Cross Healthcare and Life Insurance
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recoginition program
- Free transport to work
- Study assistance
- 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 [email protected]
**Applications close 26 December 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
