OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.
Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.
Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.
Please note that this role does require previous Underground Mining experience.
Are you tired of FIFO? Missing family, friends and milestone celebrations regularly? Imagine having a true work-life balance living in the stunning region of Otago. Operating as a residential mine, these Macraes opportunities will be drive in, drive out from nearby Dunedin or Oamaru, each with stunning landscapes, adventures and beaches to explore! For the more adventurous, Queenstown is just a 3-hour drive, offering endless amounts of exciting activities (skiing, hiking, water sports, fishing and more) to enjoy on your days off.
Our Underground Macraes team are on the search for operations Service Crew operator. If you have experience across the below requirements and are keen to build upon your career, apply today!
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- The installation and maintenance of underground dewatering and sumps, water, compressed air and ventilation services from the portal to the working faces
- The installation and maintenance of all underground emergency response facilities and infrastructure including refuge chambers, firefighting and emergency escape ways
- Installation and maintenance of the underground services infrastructure (compressed air, water, dewatering, ventilation and communication)
- Project infrastructure installations (pumping, electrical, ventilation)
- Installation and grouting of secondary ground support
- Take responsibility for all tools required to undertake service duties
- Be able to work with minimal supervision and assume accountability for the safe installation of all mine services as per Company policies and procedures.
- Full and current driver licence and confidence driving manual vehicles over rough terrain
- Current First Aid Certificate
- A minimum of 6th Form Certificate /NCEA Level 2 or equivalent in maths and English
Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years underground mining experience
- Must have proven experience as Service Crew
- Re-entry experience preferred
- Water down, scaling experience preferred
- Underground Truck experience preferred
- Approved Handlers Ticket preferred
- Explosive Handling, Transport and Storage of Explosives and Detonators Ticket preferred
- Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
- 7 on / 7 off, day/night shift roster
- Competitive salary + bonus structure
- Discounts on retail and services
- Free Southern Cross Healthcare and Life Insurance
- Monthly health and wellbeing allowance
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recoginition program
- Onsite Physiotherapist and nurse suite
- Free transport to work
- Study assistance
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
**Applications close 3 June 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
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 [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED