Field Technician - Mining
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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.
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OceanaGold's Macraes Mine is seeking Field Technicians to join the Open Pit exploration team. The ideal candidate will be a team player who collaborates with colleagues, in alignment with OceanaGold’s Purpose, Vision and Values. Macraes is the largest mining operation in New Zealand, and these positions have true opportunity to progress long-term. They would suit recent graduates, or anyone looking to gain experience in a large-scale mining operation.
This is an entry-level position, and would be well suited those looking to start their mining career. You will provide important support to our Open Pit mining team by collecting representative ore samples and demonstrating sound health and safety practices, while learning about a key aspect of the gold mining process. This role involves working outdoors in all weather and can be quite physical with regular lifting of 5 – 10kg samples. On-the-job support and mentoring go hand in hand with the experience you will bring to this field-based role.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Following set processes to collect samples from drill rigs
- Communicating any issues relating to the quality of the samples
- Assisting with housekeeping and maintenance of storage facilities
- Data entry and administration
- Ensuring all incidents and hazards are reported
• Have a genuine interest in the mining industry
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weathers
• Have a good level of fitness
• Be comfortable using MS office; excel
• Have completed a minimum of NCEA Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English
• Be able to communicate within a team environment
• Hold a full, clean, current driver's licence and must be comfortable driving a manual vehicle over rough terrain
- Start your career within the mining industry
- Join Macraes, New Zealand’s largest gold mine
- True opportunity for long-term progression
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 9 November 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
- Full-time
- Production
Job Location
Macraes
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