Automotive Mechanic (Light Vehicle Fitter)

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OceanaGold is seeking an experienced Automotive Mechanic to join the Mobile Maintenance team in Waihi, responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs on a Toyota 4x4 fleet in an underground mining environment. Reporting to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll work with mining and maintenance colleagues to maximise equipment availability while following site procedures, legislation and safety standards. Essential qualifications include an Automotive Trade Qualification, a full NZ Driver Licence with manual capability, and strong diagnostic and fault finding skills; mining or Toyota 4x4 experience is highly desirable. You will enjoy a 7 on 7 off 12 hour roster, a residential role, and a solid benefits package. Applications close 17 July 2026; apply to [email protected]; agencies not accepted; you must be eligible to work in NZ.

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).

Our Waihi Operation in the North Island of New Zealand is an underground gold mine. A recent consent for the Waihi North Project, a new mine to be developed 6km north of the existing operation has provided a long-term extension of mine life providing our 400 staff and contractors, and the people of Waihi, an assurance that we plan to be here for the long-term.

Job Description

We seek an experienced Automotive Mechanic who is confident in their abilities to work within our Mobile Maintenance Department to conduct quality and timely preventative maintenance and repairs, including diagnosis and troubleshooting, on our large fleet of Toyota Landcruiser and Hilux light vehicles. 

Reporting to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor you will work with both mining and maintenance personnel to ensure equipment availability is optimised aligning with full compliance with site procedures, legislative requirements, and best practice safety standards to achieve production and safety targets.

Qualifications

• Relevant Automotive Trade Qualification. 
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence - Ability to drive manual vehicles is essential.
• Excellent diagnostic, fault finding, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance skills. 
• Mining industry and/or Toyota four-wheel drive experience is (highly desirable). 
• Strong commitment to safety. 

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Working autonomously as well as part of a dynamic team, you will gain and expand your experience and knowledge of underground mining whilst working an attractive even time roster, rotating 7 days on, 7 days off (Dayshift/Nightshift) 12hr shifts
• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• 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 July 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED