Waihi, Waikato, New Zealand
25 days ago
General Works Operator

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 DescriptionOperate and maintain Carbon Regeneration and Desorption processesOperate and maintain Electrowinning and Smelting processesOperate Reagent mixing and transferring plantMonitoring and documenting Reagent levels as requiredOperate Water Cart to manage dust suppressionPerform or assist with Process Inventory samplingAssist with scrap metal removalBe accountable for the daily adoption of plans and schedulesAssist with maintenance activities in the processing area when requiredPerform plant isolations in accordance with site proceduresMaintain high level of hygiene standards in specific areasMaintain high level of housekeeping standards in all areasMonitoring and troubleshooting equipment problems and reporting in a timely mannerEntering plant data into spreadsheetsEntering work requests and purchasing items through Pronto system

QualificationsFull and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferredAbility to drive mobile equipment would be favourable – forklift, skid steer loader, front end loader, excavator, water cart, telehandlerWorking at heights, confined space and chemical handler experience would be favourable                    

Additional InformationLive and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel regionLifestyle Roster – 7 days on, 7 days off rotating rosterCompetitive salary + Southern Cross Health Insurance + Free Gym Membership

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 30 December 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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