Open-Pit Maintenance Specialist – Engineering Projects

Oceana Gold; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Southern Cross Healthcare

Life Insurance

Health & well-being allowance

Discounts on retail/services

Long service recognition

Study assistance

EAP access

Valued and respectful workplace

Job summary

OceanaGold (Macraes mine) seeks a Specialist to own and optimize engineering repairs and projects in the Open Pit Workshop. You will liaise with contractors, plan repair processes on mobile equipment, and support weekly planning with the Maintenance Superintendent.

The role follows a 9-day fortnight roster and requires relocation to East Otago. Join a residential mining operation with a focus on safe, efficient maintenance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• National Certificate in Engineering—Fabrication (Level 4) or equivalent.
• At least 5 years in open pit mining.
• Certifications in first aid, forklift, overhead crane, rigging and slinging, or height work are advantageous.
• Full, clean NZ driving licence; manual vehicle on rough terrain.
• Unrestricted NZ Working Visa required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Engineering personnel ensuring safety and quality.
• Develop wear package designs and repair scopes for wear items.
• Provide complete work scopes for repairs and refurbishments.
• Audit inspections and monitor wear package materials (GET).
• Maintain housekeeping in engineering workshop and facilities.
• Plan and supervise engineering projects with Boilermakers and contractors.

Skills

Open pit mining

Team coaching

CMMS

Fabrication design

Computer literacy

Education

National Certificate in Engineering—Fabrication (Level 4)

Tools

Forklift (adv)

Overhead crane

Job description

OceanaGold (Macraes mine) seeks a Specialist to own and optimize engineering repairs and projects in the Open Pit Workshop. You will liaise with contractors, plan repair processes on mobile equipment, and support weekly planning with the Maintenance Superintendent.

The role follows a 9-day fortnight roster and requires relocation to East Otago. Join a residential mining operation with a focus on safe, efficient maintenance and continuous improvement.