Company DescriptionOceanaGold 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.Check us out - www.oceanagold.comJob DescriptionOceanaGold's Macraes Mine is seeking a Metallurgical Technician to join the Metallurgy 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, employing 650 people, offering excellent career development opportunities.The roleThe primary duties of the role are to conduct laboratory testwork programs and assist in the optimisation of the process plant.
You will be working an attractive seven days on (Day Shift only) and seven days off, roster.
You will be learning about ore sampling, metallurgical lab testing programs, health and safety, and an aspect of the gold mining industry.
This role provides important support to our Processing team.Key tasks and responsibilities:Follow laboratory standard operating procedures to conduct routine testwork.Complete test programs on schedule in accordance with metallurgical laboratory standards and results reported in laboratory reporting template.Maintain quality, accuracy and repeatability of test work results.Communicate any issues relating to the test work program and met laboratory.Conduct monthly inspection of metallurgical laboratory and equipment storage facilities.Data entry and administration.Ensure all incidents and hazards are reported in INX.QualificationsExperience in a metallurgical laboratory, analytical testing laboratory or similar and familiar with its work practices.Attention to detail.Genuine interest in the mining industry.Reasonable fitness.Comfortable using MS Office.Able to communicate within a team environment.Hold a full, clean, current driver's licence and must be comfortable driving a manual vehicle.Additional InformationJoin New Zealand's largest gold mining operation.Enjoy the flexibility of a 7 days on, 7 days off roster.Live and work in the stunning Otago region of NZ.OGC VALUES: CARE | RESPECT | INTEGRITY | PERFORMANCE | TEAMWORKOceanaGold 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/jobsApplications close 14 February 2025.
Shortlisting will commence immediately.
Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.NO APPLICATIONS FROM EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
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