Manufacturing Jobs in Waihi, New Zealand (Now Hiring) — 11 open

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience.  We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value.  We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

Our Waihi Operation in the North Island of New Zealand is an underground gold mine. A recent consent for the Waihi North Project, a new mine to be developed 6km north of the existing operation has provided a long-term extension of mine life providing our 400 staff and contractors, and the people of Waihi, an assurance that we plan to be here for the long-term.

Are you keen to ditch the FIFO lifestyle or fed up of living in remote mining towns? Have you ever dreamt of living at the beach and enjoying a short commute to site? Do you have Underground Surveying qualifications and experience? If you answered yes to all of the above we would love to hear from you!

You will provide the Waihi Underground Mine with adequate survey services to ensure daily operational requirements are met. This involves ensuring survey standards are maintained, and tasks are completed accurately and safely.

Key responsibilities:

• Install and maintain laser alignment systems for development.
• Ensure that all work is undertaken safely, in line with processes and procedures.
• Issue mining instructions for the jumbo operators.
• Complete regular survey pickups of the constructed underground workings.
• Conduct regular set-out tasks and markups.
• Complete scans of production and historic voids.
• Maintain and extend survey control points ensuring the highest possible accuracy for the mine.
• Maintain a high standard of communications between all the departments associated with the underground mine.
• Ensure tasks are planned and scheduled to achieve the best possible outcome for the team and the operation.
• Ensure all required survey records and datasets are maintained and kept updated.
• Provide support and training to others within the team when and as required.

• Tertiary Qualification in Surveying or Demonstrated Surveying Experience

• Full and Current Driver Licence, with ability to drive Manual Vehicles.                  

• Previous survey experience in an underground mine or similar environment.

• Experience with surveying software, Deswik and Surpac preferred.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• 8 days on 6 days off lifestyle roster
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Free Gym Membership 
• BP Fuel card discount
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
   

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 

**Applications close 21 August 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED