Shotcreter

Are you tired of FIFO Missing family friends and milestone celebrations regularly
Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Waihi. 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 beaches and awe-inspiring scenery. Your days off are available for hiking adventuring fishing and skiing in winter.

This role is responsible for spraying concrete to support underground by the proper operation of shotcrete equipment and applying fibrecrete and shotcrete according to the required consistency and depth as determined by the applicable ground support regime or as directed by the geotechnical department. 

Key Tasks and Responsibilities  

• Ensure that regular QAQC (cylinders and slump) testing is conducted according to site standards to achieve required concrete strength and integrity 
• Batch fibrecrete and shotcrete to required site standards.
• Ensure depth testing is carried out during spraying operations  
• If for any reason spraying is not planned for any given shift work as directed by the Shift Supervisor as required 
• Inspect the work area and plant for hazards damage and defects; reporting immediately to the Shift Supervisor 
• Read and understand ground conditions and ground support designs.
• Conduct housekeeping activities including post shotcreting clean-up. 
• Undertake daily pre-starts routine greasing and minor maintenance of machinery and batch plant.
• Ensure all equipment associated with the application of shotcrete/fibrecrete is thoroughly cleaned between batches and upon completion of each shift. 

Qualifications :

• Certified for Agitator Unit and Spraymec operation 
• Passed out as competent Underground Service Crew 
• Full and current drivers licence; and competent driving manual vehicles 
• A minimum of 3 years underground mining experience and 
• Competent as a concrete agitator operator in an underground mine 
• Experience as a member of the underground service crew 
• Must have a clear understanding of ground support management plans 
• Accurate numeracy and literacy skills. 

Additional Information :

WHATS ON OFFER:

• No more FIFO - Residential role - Live and work in Waihi the gateway to the stunning Coromandel
• 7 on 7 off lifestyle roster
• Competitive hourly rate
• 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)
• Grow your career with an international gold mining business
• 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

**Applications close 14 August 2025. 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

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time