Full-time
Company Description
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.
Job Description
The Underground Mine Technician will provide general support to the geological technical services department at the Waihi Underground Operation. Suitable physical fitness is a key requirement of the position. Basic computer competency and aptitude with Microsoft office suite.
Comply with all site safe work practices and instructions.
Sample and photograph core at the underground and surface core logging facilities.
Assist geologists with underground mapping and general ore control duties.
Sample collection, collation and transportation.
Despatch of samples to the analytical laboratory.
Carry out sample storage activities.
Photograph underground development and assist with creating 3D scans of the underground workings.
Monitor stocks of consumables associated with underground ore control activities.
Provide care and maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in duties.
Assist Geotechnical department with pull testing, MBPX and seismic monitoring, and other tasks as required.
Assist Survey department with CALS operation and other tasks as required.
Assist Engineering department with underground tasks as required.
Qualifications
Full and current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred
Previous experience working in mining operations preferred
An understanding of geological processes preferred
Additional Information
Your career in mining starts here!
Full time permanent role, 8 days on 6 days off roster
Southern Cross Healthcare + Gym Membership benefits
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 19 August 2024. 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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