Trainee Underground Mine Operator - Waihi (7/7 Roster)

OceanaGold Corporation; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential role

Company bonus scheme

7 on 7 off roster

Healthcare cover

Life Insurance

Gym membership

Retail discounts

Long service recognition

Employee Assistance Program

Positive working environment

Job summary

OceanaGold Waihi is seeking Trainee Underground Mine Operators to join our team in Waihi, New Zealand. You will join a 50/50 roster, enjoy a great work-life balance, and be supported by a structured 8-week training programme focused on safety, induction, emergency procedures and SOPs.

The role includes hands-on supervision, development and production tasks, plus the potential for career growth within a large mining operation.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Full Class 1 Driver Licence (manual) is essential.
• Good level of fitness.
• First Aid Certificate preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks including medical and functional fitness assessment, and drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the underground mining team to achieve budgeted development and production targets.
• Attend an 8-week training programme (all dayshifts) covering Underground Induction, Emergency procedures, SOPs and practical skills.
• Deliver personnel and equipment to job sites and return surplus supplies to stores.
• Assist with face setup, production sampling and general underground housekeeping.
• Operate and load equipment; perform pre-start and shutdown checks; maintain a clean, safe work area and report faults.

Skills

Age 18+

Manual driving

Fitness

First Aid (preferred)

Safety awareness

Job description

OceanaGold Waihi is seeking Trainee Underground Mine Operators to join our team in Waihi, New Zealand. You will join a 50/50 roster, enjoy a great work-life balance, and be supported by a structured 8-week training programme focused on safety, induction, emergency procedures and SOPs.

The role includes hands-on supervision, development and production tasks, plus the potential for career growth within a large mining operation.