Our Underground Maintenance Workshop team are on the hunt for a Heavy Diesel Fitter. This role will work to safely and efficiently undertake the maintenance, repairs and servicing of all mining machinery and ancillary plant/equipment under control of the Underground operation.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Maintain high levels of housekeeping at all facilities, equipment and company vehicles
- Identify and report parts, materials and other resources required to complete allocated tasks
- Record and report usage of all components, parts and other resources on work-order job cards
- Attending and repairing breakdowns of the mining fleet and ancillary plant
- Contractor management/ monitoring during shutdowns and major repairs (as directed).
- Routine maintenance and inspection of the mining fleet and ancillary plant (services / daily inspections/Underground servicing & repairs when required)
- Daily servicing (refuelling and lubrication) of mining and ancillary plant (as directed)
- National Certificate in Automotive Heavy Engineering - Plant and Equipment Level 4 or 5 or equivalent (preferred) or other relevant industry Trade qualifications
- First Aid, Forklift, Overhead Crane, rigging and slinging, Work at Height etc. to relevant NZ standards advantageous but not essential
- 5 years minimum experience in repairs, maintenance and field service of heavy mining machinery.
- Full, clean and current drivers licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is essential.
- Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
- Competitive salary
- Discounts on retail and services
- Free Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance
- Living Our Values recognition program
- Onsite Physiotherapist and nurses suite
- Free transport to work
- Study assistance
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
**Applications close 16 January 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately.
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 [email protected]
