Project Engineer (Structural, Mechanical, Piping) - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

About OceanaGold and the Role

OceanaGold Corporation is a prominent global producer of gold and copper, with over 35 years of experience in exploration, development, and operations. The company operates four mines globally including Haile (USA), Macraes and Waihi (New Zealand), and Didipio (Philippines), employing approximately 5,400 staff and contractors worldwide.

Rooted in core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork, OceanaGold is dedicated to safe and sustainable mining practices that benefit the communities and regions where it operates. The Waihi mine in New Zealand is an underground gold operation, recently extended by approval for the Waihi North Project, a new mine expansion located 6km north, securing long-term employment and operational continuity.

Role Summary

This position as part of the Waihi North Project team is responsible for managing the Structural, Mechanical, and Piping (SMP) aspects of the project from initial planning through execution and project handover. The role requires ensuring that SMP deliverables meet safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements while coordinating between contractors, engineering teams, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate SMP project stages including engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
• Critically assess designs, specifications, and work scopes for constructability, compliance, and project alignment.
• Facilitate collaboration between structural, mechanical, piping, civil, electrical, and operations teams to optimize project delivery.
• Supervise SMP construction activities ensuring adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and approved scopes.
• Assist in developing construction documentation such as work packs, methodologies, lift studies, shutdown plans, and connection strategies.
• Manage contractor and vendor activities onsite, including scheduling, sequencing, and resolving on-field challenges.
• Participate in risk reviews, constructability assessments, hazard identification (HAZID/HAZOP) activities, and ensure implementation of risk controls related to SMP work.
• Maintain detailed SMP schedules and execution plans for assigned portions of the project.
• Provide regular updates on progress, material quantities, expected completion dates, and any risks to the Project Manager.
• Address technical inquiries, oversee field change requests, manage non-conformance reports, and close out engineering and construction actions.
• Develop strong ongoing relationships with the Site Operations Team to enable continuity beyond the project lifespan.
• Uphold all safety standards diligently during work execution.

Qualifications and Experience

• A tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Project management, site safety, or construction management training is highly advantageous.
• Experience in contract administration, technical documentation, and supervising contractors is preferable.
• Minimum five years of experience in project engineering, construction, or site execution roles focusing on structural, mechanical, and piping scopes.
• Proven capability managing contractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams delivering brownfield or greenfield capital projects in industrial environments.
• Experience in managing contractor workforce operations onsite.

Additional Information

• This is a residential role based in Waihi, situated at the gateway to the scenic Coromandel region.
• Opportunities for professional and career growth within OceanaGold.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Work schedule comprises a 50-hour workweek from Monday to Friday.
• Complimentary gym membership provided.
• Participation in the Living Our Values recognition program.
• Access to the OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support services.
• Work in an inclusive, respectful environment where team members are valued.

OceanaGold is an equal opportunity employer valuing diverse perspectives essential for company success. Candidates requiring application assistance can contact the company's career support. A valid New Zealand work visa is mandatory to hold this position. Recruitment agencies are not accepted.

Applications close on 11 August 2026 with immediate shortlisting.