Payroll Officer

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.

Due to ongoing growth, our busy Dunedin team are on the search for a Payroll Officer. Working alongside the Senior Payroll Officer, this position will provide and ensure accurate, timely and efficient processing of payroll runs for all OceanaGold (New Zealand) employees. Based in our Dunedin city office, this role works a Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm roster.

Please note that only those with full New Zealand work rights / current NZ Visa will be considered. 

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Always maintain a high degree of integrity and confidentiality
• Liaise with Human Resources across our Macraes and Waihi sites to ensure all new employees and changes to existing employees are processed on a timely basis
• Update and maintain employee data in Success Factors and other applicable systems
• Respond to internal and external Payroll queries
• Assist with processing of all fortnightly and monthly pay runs. Ensure pay runs are checked by senior member of the Finance team prior to payment
• Support the implementation, training and support of any new or changes to the existing Payroll functions as required
• Assist with collation and payment of all leave forms and all other payroll related forms by employees
• Assist with ensuring all employee information is correct with leave forms, timesheets, deductions, allowances etc
• Ensure all employee information on leave forms, timesheets, deductions, and allowances are accurate and documentation is filled in an orderly and prompt manner
• Provide earnings details to appropriate external agencies (e.g. ACC, WINZ) as and when required
• Comply with and observe all company SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), guidelines and policies

• Any payroll or finance qualifications well regarded but not essential
• Full and Current Class 1 Driver Licence
• Demonstrated sound numeracy skills, high attention to details and accuracy essential
• Intermediate level of Microsoft Office suite products required

Experience:    

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a payroll administration or similar capacity role using computerised software; knowledge and operating experience in dealing with Payroll outsource providers ADP and SuccessFactors would be highly regarded

• Dunedin City work location
• Competitive salary and potential bonus
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Onsite Physiotherapist and nurses suite
• Study assistance
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

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

**Applications close 5 March 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. 

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]

 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED