Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Open Pit Workshop

OceanaGold Corporation; Otago; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential role in Otago

7 days on/off roster

Quarterly bonuses

Free healthcare & life insurance

Study assistance

Job summary

OceanaGold Corporation, a growing mining company, invites applications for a residential Open Pit Workshop Technician in Otago. You will maintain and repair mining machinery, including CAT equipment, across the open pit fleet, with a 7 days on/off schedule and a strong emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

The role requires diagnosing faults quickly, working with electrical and hydraulic systems, and living in the Otago region. NZ residency or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Trade or national cert in automotive heavy engineering/plant and equipment preferred
• Relevant NZ standards and safety procedures knowledge beneficial
• Full, clean and current drivers licence; manual ability essential

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and service mining machinery in open pit workshop.
• Repair breakdowns and perform routine servicing on fleet equipment.
• Record parts usage and report faults with work orders.
• Ensure high workmanship standards and safe operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diagnostics

Electrical repairs

Manual driving

Education

Trade qualification (NZ)

Tools

CAT equipment know-how

Electrical testing tools

Hydraulic systems

Job description

OceanaGold is agrowing 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 abetter 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 jobsglobally.

Guided by our values-Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork,we strive to be atrusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Macraes Open Pit Workshop team, where you will have the opportunity to work on big specialist mining gear. Based in the stunning region of Otago, this is a residential role, meaning you can go home every evening and enjoy a great outdoors familylifestyle.

You will safely and efficiently undertake the maintenance, repairs and servicing of all mining machinery and ancillary plant/equipment across the open pit maintenance workshop as directed by theSupervisor.

At all times, display a high degree of professionalism and quality workmanship to ensure that cost effective maintenance and repairs are delivered. This role works on a 7 days on / 7 days off / 7 nights on / 7 day off roster.

Key responsibilities:

• Repairs, maintenance and daily inspection of the mining fleet and other plant and equipment in thefield.
• CAT 789 C/D OHT, CAT 18 Graders, CAT D 10 T Tractors, 992 K, 988 H Loaders, Hitachi EX 3600 Excavators.
• Attending and repairing breakdowns of the mining fleet and ancillaryplant.
• General repairs and maintenance on all mining, ancillary and supportplant.
• Daily servicing (refuelling and lubrication) of mining and ancillary plant whenrequired.
• Basic repairs to electrical systems on the mining fleet and ancillaryplant.
• Planned replacements of machinery components and component repair/rebuilds.
• Record &report usage of all components, parts, G.E.T and other resources on work-order jobcards.

Qualifications

• National Certificate in Automotive Heavy Engineering-Plant and Equipment Level 4 or 5 or equivalent (preferred) or other relevant industry Trade qualifications.
• First Aid, Forklift, Overhead Crane, rigging and slinging, Work at Height etc. to relevant NZ standards advantageous but notessential.
• Full, clean and current drivers Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles isessential.
• Experience in repairs, maintenance and field service of heavy mining machinery on large mining excavators, trucks, drills rigs, graders, dozers and other ancillary equipment is preferred but notessential.
• Must have well-rounded diagnostic and problem solving skills with the ability to quickly identify and repair faults to a high standard.

Additional Information

• Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago,NZ.
• 7 on / 7 off, day/night shiftroster
• Competitive salary + quarterlybonuses
• Discounts on retail andservices
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare and LifeInsurance
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recoginition program
• Free transport towork
• Study assistance
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued andrespected

Applicants must be eligible to work in NewZealand.

YOU MATTER:OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact [e-mail]