Trade Assistant - Underground Maintenance

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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Our busy Underground Maintenance team are on the hunt for a Trade Assistant. This is an entry-level position well suited to a mechanically individuals, keen to get involved in heavy mining machinery maintenance. 

• Work on specialist underground gear, making sure it is mechanically and electronically maintained in accordance with company policy and to the same specifications as provided for by the Original Equipment Manufacturer
• Ensure that the safe operational integrity of all underground equipment is never compromised
• To control costs by effective expenditure and wastage management
• Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained both on the surface and underground
• Full training will be available and possible long-term opportunity to start or continue an apprenticeship.  

• Current Driver’s License, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred
• Whilst no formal training is mandatory, any mechanical trade qualification, or Journeyman-level experience will be beneficial
• First Aid Certificate beneficial

• Enjoy the work life balance of a 7 on / 7 off roster (days & nights)
• Work at New Zealand's largest gold mine on specialist gear
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare

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 1 January 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. 

NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED