Geologist

OceanaGold; Waihi; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential role - Waihi living

9 days on, 5 days off roster

Free Southern Cross Healthcare

Life Insurance

Free Gym Membership

Discounts on retail and services

Long service recognition

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

OceanaGold seeks a geologist to undertake core logging and data capture within the Waihi operation in New Zealand. The role focuses on accurate sampling, supervision of core shed staff, and generating high-quality geological data for models and reports.

The position is residential in Waihi with a 9 days on, 5 days off roster, offering a competitive package and benefits, including healthcare and life insurance.

Qualifications

• BSc Geology or Earth Science required.
• 1 year post-graduate experience preferred.
• Full and current driver licence; manual licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertake core logging of exploration and grade control drill core.
• Supervise core shed technicians during sampling and QA/QC.
• Analyse assay QC data and report turnaround times.
• Provide geological data for models, presentations and reports.
• Data entry of geological logs, drilling data and assay results.

Skills

Geology

Mapping

QA/QC

Data entry

Education

B Sc Geology or Earth Science

Tools

Excel

GIS

Geology software

Job description

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the New Your Stock Exchange (NYSE). 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 a global workforce of ~4600 employees and contractors. 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.

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.

Job Description

Undertaking core logging responsibilities with the Exploration and Geology team.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Undertake logging of exploration and grade control drill core in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supervision of core shed technicians during the sampling process, including sample preparation and the maintenance and monitoring of correct sampling protocols.
• Analysis and reporting of assay quality control data and sample turnaround time.
• Provide accurate and complete geological data including sampling, assay, logging, and orientation information, required to enable generation of geological models, presentations and reports.
• Data entry of geological data including dispatch logs, geological logs, drilling data and assay results including validation of QA/QC data.
• Support the execution of the diamond drill programme as per drill designs.
• Administrative support for core loggers including supervision of sample dispatches; support and maintenance of logging systems.
• Assist with regional field programmes including geological outcrop mapping, soil sampling, and geophysics.
• Other activities as required to support the mining and exploration activities of the company.
• Participate in development of personal training strategies and undertake appropriate training modules.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualification – minimum B Sc. Geologyor Earth Science.
• Full and current driver licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is required.

Experience

• Minimum 1 Years Post-Graduate experience preferred.

Work Knowledge

• Sound technical skills in Geology.
• Mapping and Interpretation skills.
• Sampling Theory.
• Strong PC skills and computer literacy.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• 9 days on, 5 days offroster (10hr shifts)
• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Free Gym Membership
• Discounts on retail and services
• 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 believea variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.

Applications close 30 September 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED