Civil Constuction Surveyor (2-year fixed term contract) at OceanaGold

Waihi, Waikato, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Construction Surveying, Total Stations, GNSS/GPS Equipment, Digital Levels, Drone Survey, 12d, Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Magnet, Leica, Topcon, Bulk Earthworks, Volume Calculations, As-built Records, Survey Control Networks

Industry

mining

Description

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 The primary focus is to provide accurate and timely civil construction survey services for the Waihi North Project, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of the tailings storage facility enabling works and associated project infrastructure. Additional support maybe required for the construction of Willows Surface Facilities Area, box cut and portal works, waste rock stack, access roads, drainage and sediment control infrastructure, Water Treatment Plant upgrade interfaces, 33kV power infrastructure. Key responsibilities: Undertake survey set-out and verification for Waihi North Project civil construction works. Establish, maintain and verify survey control networks, benchmarks and construction control across multiple Waihi North Project work fronts. Capture field survey data for progress measurement, quality verification, conformance checks, environmental control verification and as-built records. Prepare and check survey information, drawings, models and data files received from the designer for construction teams, subcontractors and machine control systems, including earthworks models, trench alignments, roadworks, drainage structures, services installation, Property boundaries. Undertake quantity and volume calculations for cut/fill, stockpiles, embankments, excavations, backfill, trenching, foundations, waste rock stack placement, and progress claims as required. Verify construction tolerances and provide survey support for hold points, quality inspections, compaction testing locations, drainage tie-ins, services clearances, survey pickups and as-built deliverables. Maintain survey instruments, equipment, software, data collectors and accessories in good working order. Coordinate equipment calibration, checks and servicing to ensure survey accuracy and reliability. Prepare survey reports, as-built drawings, progress quantities, volume reports, conformance records and construction verification records for Waihi North Project work packages. Provide accurate survey data to support project reporting, quality assurance, commercial assessment, progress measurement, environmental compliance, construction planning and handover.. Perform all work and associated functions safely. Qualifications Full and current driver licence; ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred. Relevant surveying qualification, civil – Bulk Earthworks construction survey experience. Experience using total stations, GNSS/GPS equipment, digital levels, data collectors, Drone Survey, and survey processing software. Experience with civil design, modelling or survey software such as 12d, Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Magnet, Leica, Topcon or similar is desirable. At least 5 years’ experience in civil construction surveying, preferably on mining, tailings or dam infrastructure, earthworks, roads, drainage, water management, underground mine support infrastructure or heavy civil projects. Experience working safely and productively in active construction environments, preferably with exposure to mining, quarrying, tunnelling or major infrastructure projects. Additional Information WHAT'S ON OFFER: Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region Career Development Opportunities Competitive salary Mon-Fri 50 hour week. Free Gym Membership 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 11 August 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

Responsibilities

Provide accurate civil construction survey services for the Waihi North Project, focusing on tailings storage facilities and project infrastructure. Responsibilities include survey set-out, verification of control networks, and preparing as-built records and volume calculations.