Mine Operator - Open Pit

OceanaGold
📍 Macraes, Otago Region, New Zealand 💼 full-time 🕒 Posted June 18, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

This key role contributes to the achievement of gold production targets in the open pit. It involves driving heavy machinery & earth moving equipment within the open pit, working as part of an effective shift crew. The role offers the opportunity to develop a career in mining & the flexibility and lifestyle of a 50/50 roster, alternating between day and night shift (12-hour shifts).

Key tasks and responsibilities:

  • Operate large mining vehicles within the Open Pit operation
  • Pre-start and shut down checks on all equipment to ensure high safety standards
  • Load and transport rock to the processing plant
  • Working as a member of a crew, contributing to the team
  • Communicating with a wide variety of mine workers and contractors
  • Housekeeping of vehicles and loading area

Qualifications

  • Unrestricted New Zealand work rights / Visa is required for this role ...

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Job Details

  • Location Macraes, Otago Region
  • Job Type full-time
  • Category Extraction Workers
  • Posted Date June 18, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 28, 2026