Occupational Health and Safety Nurse (casual contract)

Company Description

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 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

On a casual basis, provide health and safety services and support to Waihi and Waihi North Project Operations and ensure site compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, regulatory authorities and OceanaGold’s Health, Safety and Environment Compliance Standards Manual.

Be proactive in the promotion of a healthy lifestyle and fitness for work program encompassing health surveillance, biomonitoring, fitness for work, injury management practices, workplace rehabilitation and fitness for work procedures.

Function within the scope of practice of Registered Nurses.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Health monitoring, Occupational Hygiene Sampling and Record Keeping

• Conduct and monitor pre-employment, periodic and exit health assessments on all employees.
• Execute the site’s annual occupational hygiene monitoring programme.
• Manage and maintain the company health and hygiene electronic database ‘Cority’
• Ensure employees have appropriate access to healthcare services and these are utilised effectively.

Health and Well-Being Programs

• Identify and implement health promotion strategies to optimise the health and wellbeing of the work force.
• Collaborate with external providers and agencies for health and well-being programme development support and resources.

Injury Management, Fitness for Work and Workplace Rehabilitation

• Assist with the injury management and workplace rehabilitation programme.
• Conduct fitness for work testing including drug and alcohol testing, hydration testing.
• Lead the evaluation and treatment of injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of practice and consistent with clinical nursing guidelines.
• Assist departments with identifying, evaluating, and implementing return to work options for employees with restricted duty injuries or illnesses.
• Assess implement and manage healthcare programs to improve health and facilitate the return to work of employees, maintain records/ reports and employee medical files.

Other

• Carries out all other duties that may reasonably be required.
• Carry out administrative functions (write reports, attend meetings and disseminate information, complete purchase and service orders) commensurate with role.
• Participate in safety committee meetings, attend departmental safety/toolbox meetings.
• Coordinate the sites medical supply requirements.

Core Competencies:

• Personal commitment to strive for a healthy and injury free workplace.
• The ability to influence personnel at all levels of the organisation through sound practices and leading by example.
• Able to logically address issues as they arise and provide management methods drawing from previous knowledge and experience.
• Ability to lead by example to ensure a positive health and safety influence.
• Demonstrates strong patient assessment skills.
• Confidence to bring innovating ideas to the team.
• Ability to plan ahead and schedule work requirements.
• Ability to make sound decisions and analyses problems skillfully.
• Effective communication and presentation skills both written and verbal.
• Sound computer skills including Microsoft office suite.

Qualifications

• New Zealand Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate.

Requirement

• Current NZ full driver license (ability to drive manual preferred).

Experience

• Relevant qualification and/or experience in occupational health and hygiene programmes.
• Understanding of health and safety management systems.
• Working knowledge of New Zealand Health & Safety Legislation, Codes of Practice, and the Privacy Act.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Casual role (flexible/as required basis)
• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Free Gym Membership 
• Long service recognition
• 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 careers@oceanagold.com

**Applications close 2 April 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED