Shotcreter

Are you tired of FIFO? Missing family, friends and milestone celebrations regularly?
Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Waihi. No more FIFO! No more extreme heat waves! Experience the unbeatable lifestyle of a stunning residential mining location, just a short distance away from the most incredible beaches and awe-inspiring scenery. Your days off are available for hiking, adventuring, fishing, and skiing in winter.

This role is responsible for spraying concrete to support underground by the proper operation of shotcrete equipment and applying fibrecrete and shotcrete according to the required consistency and depth as determined by the applicable ground support regime or as directed by the geotechnical department. 

Key Tasks and Responsibilities  

• Ensure that regular QAQC (cylinders and slump) testing is conducted according to site standards to achieve required concrete strength and integrity. 
• Batch fibrecrete and shotcrete to required site standards.
• Ensure depth testing is carried out during spraying operations.  
• If, for any reason, spraying is not planned for any given shift, work as directed by the Shift Supervisor as required. 
• Inspect the work area and plant for hazards, damage and defects; reporting immediately to the Shift Supervisor. 
• Read and understand ground conditions and ground support designs.
• Conduct housekeeping activities including post shotcreting clean-up. 
• Undertake daily pre-starts, routine greasing and minor maintenance of machinery and batch plant.
• Ensure all equipment associated with the application of shotcrete/fibrecrete is thoroughly cleaned between batches and upon completion of each shift. 

• Certified for Agitator Unit and Spraymec operation. 
• Passed out as competent Underground Service Crew. 
• Full and current drivers’ licence; and competent driving manual vehicles. 
• A minimum of 3 years underground mining experience.
• Competent as a concrete agitator operator in an underground mine. 
• Experience as a member of the underground service crew. 
• Must have a clear understanding of ground support management plans. 
• Accurate numeracy and literacy skills.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• Competitive hourly rate
• 7 on 7 off lifestyle roster
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Free Gym Membership 
• BP Fuel card discount
• Career Development Opportunities 
• 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 [email protected]

**Applications close 17 December 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED