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Working a 8 days on, 6 days off, daytime only roster, this is an opportunity to join New Zealand's largest gold mine to start or further develop your career.\nKey Tasks and Responsibilities\nMaintain the Macraes core shed storage facilities, stores and equipment in good order.\nComplete all drill core processing activities (mark up, photography, manual core cutting and sampling).\nDelivery of drilling and other samples to the analytical laboratory.\nCarry out all sample storage and retrieval activities.\nAssist with diamond, blast hole and RC drill sample field collection as required (Exploration and Open Pit Grade Control).\nComply with all safety requirements and observes all company policies and procedures.\nCarry out all other duties that may reasonably be required.\nFollow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) specified for equipment or tasks and be involved in the development and review of procedures when required.\n Full and current drivers licence required, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.\nA degree in Geology/Earth sciences is preferred but not essential.\nNCEA level 2 Maths and English.\nBasic level of computer competency.\nForklift licence (preferred).\n Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.\n8 on, 6 off, daytime only roster.\nDiscounts on retail and services.\nFree Southern Cross Healthcare / Life Insurance.\nLiving Our Values recognition program.\nOnsite Physiotherapist and nurses suite.\nFree transport to work.\nStudy assistance.\nAccess to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP).\nExceptional working environment where people are valued and respected.\n**Applications close 13 November 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately.\nYOU 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. 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