Spraymech Operator - Mining (underground)

at  Oceanagold

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

OceanaGold is a growing intermediate gold and copper producer committed to safely and responsibly maximizing the generation of Free Cash Flow from our operations and delivering strong returns for our shareholders.
We have a portfolio of four operating mines: the Haile Gold Mine in the United States of America; Didipio Mine in the Philippines; and the Macraes and Waihi operations in New Zealand. Our operations are supported by a global workforce with significant exploration, development and operating experience.
Our Purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce are essential to the renewable energy and transport sectors, life-saving medical devices and technology which connects communities around the world. Our activities also contribute to economic growth and improved health and education outcomes in the regions where we operate. We provide direct employment for over 3,700 people and indirect employment for many more.
Our Vision is to be a company people trust, want to work and partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. This Vision is brought to life by our Values – Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance and Teamwork – which put our people, host communities, the environment and our stakeholders at the forefront of our decision-making.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

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

• Oversee all activities associated with the batching of concrete aggregate and additives (including fibres) according to the requirements prescribed in the ground control management plan or as directed by the geotechnical engineers
• Stocktake all batch plant aggregates and additives to ensure stock levels are maintained to meet weekly forecasts
• Ensure that regular QAQC (cylinders and slump) testing is conducted to achieve required concrete strength and integrity
• Ensure depth testing is carried out during spraying operations and complete the heading profile sheet accurately with all relevant information
• 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..

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fully certified for Batch Plant, 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, including the use of batch plant

OGC VALUES: CARE | RESPECT | INTEGRITY | PERFORMANCE | TEAMWORK

OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.
If you share the same values and have what we are looking for, please apply online now via our careers website:
https://careers.oceanagold.com/jobs
**Applications close 13 September 2024. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

• Oversee all activities associated with the batching of concrete aggregate and additives (including fibres) according to the requirements prescribed in the ground control management plan or as directed by the geotechnical engineers
• Stocktake all batch plant aggregates and additives to ensure stock levels are maintained to meet weekly forecasts
• Ensure that regular QAQC (cylinders and slump) testing is conducted to achieve required concrete strength and integrity
• Ensure depth testing is carried out during spraying operations and complete the heading profile sheet accurately with all relevant information
• 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.