This is an exciting opportunity to provide general engineering support for the Waihi North Project, and in particular, for the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) expansion. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Projects team on an initial 6 month fixed term contract. The role would suit a recent graduate or someone with 12-18 months industry experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Technical support for WTP trials and engineering design.
• Supervision of project consultants and contractors – arranging site inductions as required and hosting site visits.
• RFI Coordination – supporting collection of data and RFI responses.
• Water Sampling – arranging lab quotes & POs, sample collection, sampling bottle collection & delivery.
• Providing project meeting support – drafting minutes for routine meetings with key contractors and engineering providers.
• DCS Upgrade – act as an interface between the DCS Upgrade & WTP Upgrade (this will become more important as the project progresses).
• Site Deliveries – liaise with suppliers and warehouse/operations personnel when expecting deliveries to site (reagents/equipment etc)

• Chemical Engineering Degree (or equivalent engineering qualification)
• Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Competitive salary 
• Free Gym Membership 
• BP Fuel card discount 
• 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 [email protected]

**Applications close 10 April 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that a valid New Zealand working Visa will be required for this position. 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED