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Underground Truck Operator

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Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, this role involves operating a large truck in our underground mine, transporting material from one location to another. The role offers the opportunity to develop a career in mining & the flexibility and lifestyle of a 50/50 roster, 7 days on / 7 days off alternating between day and night shift (12-hour shifts).

Key tasks and responsibilities:

  • Operate large vehicles underground
  • Pre-start and shut down checks on all equipment
  • Load and transport material
  • Working as a member of a larger team
  • Communicating with a wide variety of people
  • Housekeeping of vehicles and loading area.
  • A full, clean, current driver’s license and be confident driving a manual vehicle
  • Applicants must have immediate working rights / Visa for New Zealand
  • Have the ability to communicate well within a team environment and over the radio
  • Have a high interest in heavy machinery - previous machinery experience well regarded
  • Be a safety conscious individual, committed to maintaining an excellent safety record
  • Pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
  • Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
  • 7 on / 7 off off (day/night) roster
  • Competitive salary + potential bonus
  • Discounts on retail and services
  • Free Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance
  • Monthly health and wellbeing allowance
  • Long service recognition
  • Living Our Values recognition program
  • Onsite Physiotherapist and nursing suite
  • Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

**Applications close 16 July 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

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

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED