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
This role will positively contribute to creating value across the site of our world class process operation by fulfilling the duties of Maintenance Day Shift Fitter.
Skilled and dedicated trades people are vital to the overall success of the maintenance delivery team. Working in collaboration with their team members, planners, and operators, trades people must set their focus to ensure they perform their work safely, with quality and efficiency.
Excellent communication skills are crucial to your success in this role, along with a proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will need to be prepared to work 7am to 7pm, in a potentially dusty, cold, hot, wet, and windy environment; on an attractive 7 days on 7 days off roster, thus enjoying the lifestyle the region has to offer.
As an experienced and knowledgeable maintenance shift fitter, you will:
- Execute tasks in accordance with documented procedures, HSE processes including task-based risk assessments, and work procedures.
- Undertake regular preventative maintenance inspections on process plant and site infrastructure.
- Participate in the process of monitoring and acquiring performance and condition data.
- Scope and raise the appropriate work requests to action corrective maintenance on defective equipment.
- Participate in assigned shutdown tasks, including the supervision of contractors.
- Identify and report improvement opportunities that may be applied to future work
- Execute assigned tasks safely, to agreed quality standards and within agreed timeframes
Qualifications
- A relevant trade qualification – such as Fitter /Turner or Fitter /Welder.
- Previous experience in a continuous production environment.
- Significant experience of heavy fixed equipment.
- Effective decision-making skills.
- A high degree of safety awareness.
- Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team.
- Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.
- Current New Zealand Working Visa (if applying from overseas)
Additional Information
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
- 7 on 7 off, dayshift only lifestyle roster
- Competitive salary + bonus structure
- Discounts on retail and services
- Free Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance
- Living Our Values recognition program
- Onsite Physiotherapist and nurses suite
- Free transport to work
- Flexible work arrangements
- Study assistance
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
**Applications close 10 April 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position.
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]
