Heavy Diesel Fitter - Underground

Job Description Imagine having a true work-life balance living in the stunning region of Otago. Our Underground Maintenance Workshop team is on the hunt for a Heavy Diesel Fitter based at Macraes Mine, East Otago – an exciting opportunity to develop your career or build upon your experience within the mining sector. This is a drive‑in, drive‑out opportunity from nearby Dunedin or Oamaru (free daily bus service to site) and the site offers beautiful landscapes, adventures and beaches. For the more adventurous, Queenstown is just a 3‑hour drive, offering endless activities such as skiing, hiking, water sports, fishing and more to enjoy on your days off. In this role you will safely and efficiently undertake the maintenance, repairs and servicing of all mining machinery and ancillary plant/equipment under the control of the underground operation. The schedule is 7 days on / 7 days off / 7 nights on / 7 days off roster, with the majority of the work completed within the surface workshop. 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 Attend and repair breakdowns of the mining fleet and ancillary plant Manage/monitor contractors during shutdowns and major repairs (as directed) Perform routine maintenance and inspection of the mining fleet and ancillary plant (services, daily inspections, underground servicing & repairs when required) Daily servicing (refueling and lubrication) of mining and ancillary plant (as directed) Qualifications 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 to relevant NZ standards (advantageous but not essential) Minimum 5 years experience in repairs, maintenance and field service of heavy mining machinery Full, clean and current driver’s licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is essential Benefits Residential role – live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ 7 days on, 7 days off, 7 nights on, 7 days off roster, 12‑hour shifts Competitive salary Discounts on retail and services Free Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance Health and wellbeing allowance Living Our Values recognition programme On‑site physiotherapist and nurses suite Free transport to work Study assistance Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected Applications close 6 August 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are welcome and essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected] . PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. #J-18808-Ljbffr