Underground Communications Technician

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).

With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.Our purpose is mining gold for a better future.

The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities.

Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.Our Waihi Operation in the North Island of New Zealand is an underground operation.

A recent consent to develop the previous Martha mine has provided our project with an extension of life providing our 350 staff and contractors, and the people of Waihi, an assurance that we plan to be here for the long-term.Job DescriptionResponsible for the installation, maintenance and optimisation of the underground radio communications, fibre optic cables, network system and WiFi devices to facilitate a reliable and effective communications network to support 24 / 7 mining operations.ResponsibilitiesDesign, repair, and installation of communications equipment : wireless broadband technology, Cisco Systems, Leaky Feeder communications and Fiber OpticsInstall and maintain voice radio communications devices and ancillary equipmentCommissioning of new communication technology introduced to the sitePerson and asset tracking via the MST collision awareness systemFault-finding, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of the communications networksInstall and maintain data capture devices, fixed and mobileAssist the Underground electrical team with installations and services as requiredRoutine inspections of communications equipmentCarry out preventive measures and condition reportingAbility to work unsupervised and in a team environmentRecording all relevant information into Oceana Gold CMMS as requiredQualificationsCurrent New Zealand electrical practising licenceTrade certificate in Electrical Engineering / Electronics Technician / Radio Communications or equivalentFull and current Driver Licence, competent with driving manual vehiclesExperienceFive years post apprenticeship trade experience, preferably in an underground mining environmentCertified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT), Certified Network Cable Installer (CNCI) qualifications and / or tertiary qualification in IT, Communications and or Instrumentation is desirableNetwork switches, wireless access points and network device configurationsAnalogue VHF and Radio VHF experienceExtra Low Voltage systems and fault findingLeaky Feeder VHF communicationsUse of Spectrum Analyzer and Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) preferableAbility to program Icom RadiosKnowledge of SCADA monitoring traffic management, IP cameras and IP telephonesDigital and analogue radio network experienceAdditional informationWHAT'S ON OFFER : Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel regionCompetitive hourly rate7 on 7 off lifestyle rosterDiscounts on retail and servicesFree Southern Cross HealthcareLife InsuranceFree Gym MembershipLong service recognitionLiving Our Values recognition programAccess to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respectedYOU 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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• close 9 October 2025.

Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.PLEASE NOTE : APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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