Metallurgical Technician

About OceanaGold

OceanaGold is an expanding mid-tier producer of gold and copper, focused on operating safely and responsibly while turning its mines into strong free cash flow and solid shareholder returns. The company runs four mines across the United States, the Philippines, and New Zealand, and is backed by a worldwide team with deep experience in exploration, development, and operations.

The company’s purpose is to mine gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver it produces support renewable energy, transport, medical technology, and communication networks, while also contributing to local economic growth and better health and education outcomes in the regions where it operates. OceanaGold employs more than 3,700 people directly, with many more supported indirectly.

Its vision is to be a trusted company that people want to work with, supply to, invest in, and partner with, creating long-term value. That vision is guided by the values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork, which place people, host communities, the environment, and stakeholders at the centre of decisions.

Role overview

OceanaGold’s Macraes Mine is looking for a Metallurgical Technician to join the Metallurgy team. This position suits someone who works well with others and is aligned with the company’s purpose, vision, and values. Macraes is New Zealand’s largest mining operation, with about 650 employees, and it offers strong opportunities for career growth.

The main focus of the role is to carry out laboratory testwork programs and support optimisation of the processing plant. The successful person will work a 7-days-on, 7-days-off roster on day shift only. The role also provides exposure to ore sampling, metallurgical laboratory testing, health and safety practices, and the gold mining industry, while supporting the Processing team.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine laboratory testwork by following standard operating procedures.
• Complete assigned test programs on time and in line with metallurgical laboratory standards, ensuring results are recorded in the correct reporting template.
• Maintain a high standard of quality, accuracy, and repeatability in all test results.
• Raise and communicate any issues connected to the test program or the metallurgical laboratory.
• Carry out monthly checks of the metallurgical laboratory and equipment storage areas.
• Perform data entry and general administrative tasks.
• Report all incidents and hazards in INX.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a metallurgical laboratory, analytical testing laboratory, or a similar environment, with understanding of standard work practices.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Genuine interest in the mining industry.
• Reasonable physical fitness.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to communicate effectively as part of a team.
• Hold a full, clean, current driver’s licence and be comfortable driving a manual vehicle.

Additional information

• This is an opportunity to join New Zealand’s largest gold mining operation.
• The role offers the flexibility of a 7-on/7-off roster.
• You will live and work in the Otago region of New Zealand.

Terms and conditions

OceanaGold is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Applications close on 14 February 2025, and shortlisting will begin immediately. Applications from employment agencies will not be accepted.

The company’s values are Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork.