{"id":1017481,"url":"https://alion.io/job/oceanagold-underground-cabolt-operator","title":"Underground Cabolt Operator","company":{"id":6693,"name":"OceanaGold","domain":"oceangold.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/oceangold","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SmartRecruiters","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"middle","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["New Zealand"],"countries":["NZ"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":32000,"max_usd":72000,"period":"year","method":"global_role_cell_scaled_by_country","sample_n":2623},"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-17T22:52:40Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-17","last_verified_at":"2026-10-01T00:09:09Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":14,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":14},"description":"OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience. We have four operating mines - Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.\nOur people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values-Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork-we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).\n Please note this role requires previous underground mining experience. A relocation will be required if living outside of the Otago region.\nAre you tired of FIFO? Missing family, friends and milestone celebrations regularly? Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Otago. 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 mountains and awe-inspiring scenery. Your days off are available for hiking, adventuring, fishing, and skiing in winter.\nOur Macraes underground operations team are on the search for a Cabolt Operator. The primary objective of these roles is to drill, install and grout ground support cables as per the ground support plans in a safe and efficient manner.\nKey tasks and responsibilities:\nTo meet the minimum target of an average of 90 metres of linear metre cable bolt holes (single or twin strand cables) drilled and installed per shift operating.\nTo ensure that equipment is utilised effectively and efficiently.\nEnsure damage is kept to a minimum and reported immediately.\nMaintains excellent standards of housekeeping on the Sandvik Cabolter machine and work area.\nAccurate and thorough reporting recorded on the Daily Drill Sheet to track metres drilled and grouted.\nPre-starts 100% completed, workplace inspection completed as required.\nEnsure a thorough face to face handover is completed with the cross shift members.\nDemonstrate compliance with underground procedures relevant to the position.\n Full and current driver licence and confidence driving manual vehicles over rough terrain\nA minimum of 3 years’ experience in underground mining\nPassed out and hold a current Cabolter Ticket\nDemonstrated compliance with Company policies and procedures\n Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.\n7 days on / 7 days off (day/night) roster\nCompetitive salary + quarterly bonus potential\nDiscounts on retail and services\nFree Southern Cross Healthcare / Life Insurance\nLong service recognition\nLiving Our Values recognition program\nOnsite Physiotherapist and nursing suite\nAccess to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)\nExceptional working environment where people are valued and respected\n**Applications close 18 October 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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