Data & Analytics Coordinator

About the company

OceanaGold is an international gold and copper producer with over 35 years of experience across exploration, development, and operations. The company runs four mines: Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines. Its global team includes roughly 5,400 employees and contractors.

OceanaGold is driven by its values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork. The business focuses on safe, responsible mining that delivers strong returns while supporting sustainable development in the communities where it operates. It is publicly listed on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges.

Role overview

OceanaGold New Zealand is seeking a Data & Analytics Coordinator to provide operational and administrative support for People & Culture systems. The role is suited to someone who can troubleshoot technical issues, identify what the underlying problem means for the business, and communicate clearly with non-technical teams.

The position can be based in either Waihi on the North Island or Dunedin on the South Island. The standard work pattern is Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, with every second Friday off.

Key responsibilities

• Handle the day-to-day administration of People & Culture systems.
• Keep employee records, organisational structures, and system information accurate and current.
• Serve as the first contact for basic system questions and route more complex issues to the right people.
• Work with IT and People & Culture specialists to support troubleshooting.
• Carry out regular system checks, audits, and data validation tasks.
• Complete basic quality checks to protect data accuracy and integrity.
• Suggest small improvements to systems or processes where possible.
• Help roll out system updates, enhancements, and process changes.
• Maintain process notes, user manuals, and system instructions.
• Prepare scheduled and on-demand reports using People & Culture systems and tools such as Power BI.
• Assist in building dashboards and reports for internal use.
• Provide simple guidance to users on system use and related processes.
• Support training sessions and help develop training resources.
• Create and maintain user guides and frequently asked questions documents.
• Ensure People & Culture data and training records remain accurate, up to date, and suitable for reliable reporting and decision-making.

Qualifications and experience

• A qualification in IT, HR, Business Administration, or similar experience gained on the job.
• At minimum, NCEA Level 3 in Maths and English.
• A full, current driver licence is required; experience driving manual vehicles is preferred.
• Between 3 and 5 years of experience in administration, information technology, or systems coordination is essential.
• Hands-on experience with databases, spreadsheets, and Power BI is essential.
• Exposure to SQL and/or DAX is an advantage.
• Strong capability with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Proven ability to work with, analyse, and interpret data sets.
• Sharp attention to detail and the ability to spot patterns, inconsistencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, along with the skill to present information clearly.

Working arrangements and additional information

• This is a residential role, requiring you to live and work in the Otago region or Waihi, New Zealand.
• The roster is a 9-day fortnight, Monday to Friday, with a three-day weekend every second week.
• Benefits include free Southern Cross healthcare insurance.
• A monthly health and wellbeing allowance is provided.
• Employees receive discounts on retail and services.
• The company offers a Living Our Values recognition program.
• Onsite support includes a physiotherapist and nurses suite.
• Study assistance is available.
• Staff also have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• The workplace is described as exceptional, with a strong culture of respect and value for people.
• Applications close on 1 August 2026, and shortlisting begins immediately.
• Equal employment opportunities are offered, and different perspectives are welcomed as essential to success.
• Support is available for candidates who need help applying for the opportunity.

Eligibility

This opportunity is open to candidates with relevant experience in administration, IT, or systems coordination who can work from either Waihi or Dunedin and meet the stated qualification, licence, and experience requirements.