Mining operator jobs
Build Your Career as a Mining Operator at OceanaGold
A career as a Mining Operator at OceanaGold is your opportunity to become a hands-on, safety-first professional in the mining industry. Operators are the engine of our sites, using heavy machinery like drills, loaders, and trucks to extract resources. This role requires physical stamina and an unwavering commitment to our strong safety culture to protect yourself and your team.
While experience with heavy machinery is an advantage, it is not essential. We welcome applicants with backgrounds in logistics, construction, or other trades and provide comprehensive training to ensure you are confident and competent. OceanaGold’s team culture is built on a shared commitment to safety, care, respect, integrity, performance, and teamwork.
Unique Career Opportunities for Mining Operators
We believe in promoting from within. We offer clear advancement paths for operators to grow into leadership and supervisory roles, building a long-term career with us. Our flexible roster schedules provide a unique work-life balance, allowing for extended periods of time off to spend with family, travel, or pursue your hobbies.
As a Mining Operator, you'll play a key role in the daily success of our mines. Check out the latest job opportunities below and start your journey with OceanaGold. If you don’t see the exact position you are looking for, be sure to set up job alerts to be notified when new mining operator jobs become available.
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Salary
Location
Kershaw
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Kershaw
Description
The Underground Production Engineer is responsible for producing and delivering executable weekly mine plans that align with monthly plans. This role integrates input from multiple stakeholders across
Reference
11cbabc5-18a8-4af9-962f-79321e3b444f
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Macraes
Description
Are you tired of FIFO? Missing family, friends and milestone celebrations regularly? Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. No more FIFO! No more extreme hea
Reference
62225ee0-f8b2-4feb-94b1-ce8e7e29bbdb
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Kershaw
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Kershaw
Description
Assume a critical role in overseeing all processing area electrical and instrumentation planning activities. Execute complex electrical and instrumentation/control installation and repair on Crushing,
Reference
4605f841-f1ee-4f9b-a2fd-c6cb59d69cfa
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Macraes
Description
Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. No more FIFO! No more extreme heat waves! Experience the unbeatable lifestyle of a stunning residential mining location
Reference
3290defd-2877-48bb-8aa8-2822ac7bd9b6
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Intern
Location
Macraes
Description
Are you a talented and ambitious university student studying Mine Engineering looking to gain practical experience in your field of study? We have the perfect internship opportunity for you to join Oc
Reference
c4212493-79c7-4142-b1b9-1a2ae15070a6
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Macraes
Description
No more FIFO! Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. Experience the unbeatable lifestyle of a stunning residential mining location, just a short distance away
Reference
0d76f817-86d7-4d51-9e3f-76e3c26ec730
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Kershaw
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Kershaw
Description
The Underground Production Engineer is responsible for producing and delivering executable weekly mine plans that align with monthly plans. This role integrates input from multiple stakeholders across
Reference
11cbabc5-18a8-4af9-962f-79321e3b444f
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Macraes
Description
Are you tired of FIFO? Missing family, friends and milestone celebrations regularly? Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. No more FIFO! No more extreme hea
Reference
62225ee0-f8b2-4feb-94b1-ce8e7e29bbdb
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Kershaw
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Kershaw
Description
Assume a critical role in overseeing all processing area electrical and instrumentation planning activities. Execute complex electrical and instrumentation/control installation and repair on Crushing,
Reference
4605f841-f1ee-4f9b-a2fd-c6cb59d69cfa
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Macraes
Description
Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. No more FIFO! No more extreme heat waves! Experience the unbeatable lifestyle of a stunning residential mining location
Reference
3290defd-2877-48bb-8aa8-2822ac7bd9b6
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Intern
Location
Macraes
Description
Are you a talented and ambitious university student studying Mine Engineering looking to gain practical experience in your field of study? We have the perfect internship opportunity for you to join Oc
Reference
c4212493-79c7-4142-b1b9-1a2ae15070a6
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Macraes
Functional Area
Engineering
Employee Type
Full-time
Location
Macraes
Description
No more FIFO! Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. Experience the unbeatable lifestyle of a stunning residential mining location, just a short distance away
Reference
0d76f817-86d7-4d51-9e3f-76e3c26ec730
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Lisa Smith
Author
Lisa Smith