Mechanical and electrical

Underground Electrician - Mining

OceanaGold · 1001-5000 employees

Macraes, Otago2 days ago
OnsiteFull timeMid level

What the role involves

  • Installing electrical systems
  • Diagnosing faults
  • Maintaining equipment

What they ask for

New Zealand Electrical Practising licence, ability to obtain Electrical Mining endorsement, full driver's licence with manual competency, problem-solving skills, and valid New Zealand working visa required.

  • Professional licence or registration
  • Driver licence

About the job

Company 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.

Our 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).

Job Description:Our Macraes Operation is looking for an Underground Electrician to carry out preventative maintenance, diagnose and remedy faults and install and maintain underground electrical plant and installations. With a 7 on / 7 off, day/night roster, you'll gain that work/life balance, with 6 months off per year!

We will offer practical and rewarding experiences/training which will keep your workday varied. This will include but is not limited to training on submersible pumps, high voltage switching, leaky feeder communications systems, tele remote load haul dump operating systems, VSD’s and PLC’s.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Install and Maintain Underground electrical and communication networks
  • Diagnosing faults or breakdowns
  • Undertake repairs
  • Assist with the operation and maintenance of the underground dewatering system
  • Carry out electrical installation work

Qualifications:- New Zealand Electrical Practicing licence

  • Hold, or have the ability to obtain an Electrical Mining endorsement.
  • Working at heights and previous HV experience desirable
  • Full Driver Licence, competent with driving manual vehicles
  • Relevant underground mining or heavy industrial experience preferred but not essential, full traning will be available
  • Effective problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyse a problem and assess the most appropriate solution.

Additional Information:WHAT’S ON OFFER:

  • Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
  • 7 days on, 7 days off, 7 nights on, 7 days off, 7:00am/pm to 7:00pm/am roster
  • Competitive salary + quarterly bonuses
  • Discounts on retail and services
  • Free Southern Cross Healthcare and Life Insurance
  • Monthly Health and Wellbeing allowance
  • Long service recognition
  • Living Our Values recognition program
  • Study assistance (role dependent)
  • 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 careers@​oceanagold.​com

**Applications close 11 December 2026. 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

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