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Underground Pump Fitter

CompanyOceanaGold
LocationWaihi
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 29, 2026
About The Company
OceanaGold is a global 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 wholly-owned Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America; the wholly-owned Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand; and the 80%-owned Didipio Mine in the Philippines.
About the Role

Company Description

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience.  We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value.  We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

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

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Underground Mobile Maintenance team at our Waihi mine, situated at the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region. In this role you will carry out routine mechanical maintenance and repairs of the underground pump station, pumping and service auxiliary equipment to the required standards of performance and safety.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

  • Working as part of the maintenance team, providing an effective and responsive maintenance function to the site.
  • Performing scheduled and breakdown maintenance of all pumping and dewatering systems
  • Pump rebuilds and repairs.
  • Actively promote, seek out and participate in drives that will lead to improvements in safety, productivity and cost effectiveness.
  • Carrying out light engineering and fabrication tasks on mobile plant and equipment onsite, supporting the underground mine.
  • Working closely with other teams at site to ensure that production targets are safely met, while maintaing the highest standards of safety.

Qualifications

  • First Aid Certificate.
  • Full driver licence, ability to drive manual vehicles required.
  • Mechanical trade qualification - Mechanical Fitter, Machinist or Boilermaker - Preferred.
  •  Heavy industrial engineering environment experiece.
  • Experience maintaining Mono or Centrifugal type pumps highly regarded.
  • Underground mining experience preferred but not essential.                                 

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

  • Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
  • Career Development Opportunities 
  • Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
  • 8 on 6 off lifestyle roster
  • Discounts on retail and services
  • Free Southern Cross Healthcare
  • Life Insurance
  • Free Gym Membership 
  • BP Fuel card discount
  • 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 believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at

**Applications close 27 November 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Key Skills
Mechanical maintenancePump repairDewatering systemsLight engineeringFabricationMobile plant maintenanceUnderground miningMechanical fittingMachiningBoilermakingHeavy industrial engineeringMono pump maintenanceCentrifugal pump maintenanceSafety compliancePreventative maintenance
Categories
TradesEngineeringManufacturingEnergy
Benefits
Career development opportunitiesCompetitive salaryShort-term bonusLong-term bonusRetail and services discountsFree Southern Cross HealthcareLife insuranceFree gym membershipBP fuel card discountLong service recognitionLiving our values recognition programEmployee assistance program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform routine mechanical maintenance and repairs on underground pumping and service auxiliary equipment. They will also participate in safety and productivity improvement initiatives while supporting mobile plant operations.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
1836
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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