Community Engagement Coordinator
- Location
- Waihi, Waikato Region, nz
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Last seen
- Oct 17, 2026
About the role
As the Community Engagement Coordinator (Coordinator - External Affairs and Social Performance team) at site, you will be responsible for managing, in a timely and accurate manner, the preparation and distribution of reporting documentation associated with community and stakeholder engagement at the Waihi Operation.
This role also plays a key part in supporting the site’s external communications activities. This includes assisting with the formatting, and visual design of newsletters, fact sheets, presentations, social media content, and other public-facing materials; ensuring content is clear, consistent, and aligned with OceanaGold’s Corporate Style Guide.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Social Performance
- Coordinate and support recurring meetings and reporting requirements, including scheduling and preparing materials for weekly team meetings and compiling monthly reports. - Support the preparation of social impact management reporting to regulators, including gathering and collating internal data and assisting with community perception surveys. - Assist in the implementation, and review of OceanaGold’s External Affairs and Social Performance (EA&SP) Management System for the Waihi Operation, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and regulatory obligations. - Assist with the maintenance and update of OceanaGold Waihi’s INX stakeholder engagement database, ensuring all stakeholder interactions, commitments, and follow-up actions are recorded and tracked accurately and in a timely manner. - Utilise TeamBinder and SharePoint to manage document control processes and support the distribution of controlled documents. - Contribute to the monitoring of stakeholder engagement plans, ensuring they are tracked, remain current, and are responsive to stakeholder feedback and expectations.
Communications
- Assist with the creation and formatting of public-facing materials, including newsletters, fact sheets, presentations, and social media content. - Support the preparation of engaging and accessible content for the broader site, as directed, including maps, interpretation panels, and signage. - Ensure all communication materials are consistent and visually aligned with OceanaGold’s Corporate Style Guide.
Essential:
- A comprehensive understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite in particular Word, Excel, and Outlook. - Analytical and detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills. - Excellent relationship building skills, including a proven ability to work with a wide variety of stakeholders. - Experience working in project teams with multiple stakeholder groups. - Full and Current Driver Licence.
Desirable:
- Proven experience using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop to produce high-quality visual and print materials. - Bachelor’s degree or higher in social sciences, communications, or graphic design (preferred but not essential).
Experience:
- Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in the fields of communications, graphic design and administration.
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- 9-day fortnight lifestyle roster (enjoy a long weekend every other week) - Hours of work: 7:00am to 4:30pm - Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region - Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus - Discounts on retail and services - Free Southern Cross Healthcare - Life Insurance - Free Gym Membership - BP Fuel card discount - Career Development Opportunities - 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 26 October 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
