Senior Mining Engineer – Underground Riverina

  • New project with exciting opportunities to lead a successful team
  • Family friendly roster – 8:6 FIFO Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie
  • Huge opportunity for growth and development with an exciting mine plan ahead
THE COMPANY
Embark on a transformative journey with Ora Banda Mining.  Over the last 18 months we have delivered unparalleled growth and opportunities for our people, and we are only just getting started.   Ora Banda Mining has ore-some rocks and awesome people who are working together exploring, developing and delivering each and every day on our journey to be the next mid tier gold producer.

  

Joining Ora Banda Mining means becoming part of a small, dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that places a premium on developing our people to make a difference. We believe in empowering our people to keep improving, providing them with the support needed to navigate the challenges and opportunities that come with shaping the future of the mining industry.

  

As we unlock the untapped potential within our km2 land holding, Ora Banda Mining invites individuals who share our passion for exploration, sustainable mine development, and responsible resource management to join us on this exciting adventure. Discover a place where you can advance your career and contribute to a legacy of excellence. Your journey towards a fulfilling and impactful career starts here, with Ora Banda Mining.


THE ROLE


Applications are sought from experienced Underground Senior Mining Engineers to join the team at Ora Banda at our flagship Riverina UG Mine.

The responsibilities of this role will include:

  • Develop optimum underground development & stope designs, mining methods, equipment requirements and recovery costs
  • Deliver short, medium and long term mine plans, ensuring consistency to maintain continuity of the mine planning process
  • Prepare underground mine development and production schedules
  • Oversee the preparation and optimisation of drill and blast plans
  • Plan and oversee the dewatering system in the mine
  • Monitor day to day mining operations to ensure compliance with agreed plans and quality control standards.
  • Provide technical input into underground mining process
  • Manage mining activities to ensure production meets short and long term planning targets
  • Ensure production processes comply with site quality control standards
  • Examine mining methods and equipment to improve performance
  • Provide engineering services to the mine manager as required
  • Provide leadership to mining engineers and other technical staff in their day-to-day activities
  • Undertake project work and mine engineering activities as required
  • Coordinate mining engineering activities with production teams, surveyors, geologists, drill and blast and contractor teams

ABOUT YOU

To be considered for the role, you will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:  

  • Tertiary qualification in mining engineering or a related discipline
  • 7 years experience in mining operations
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Understanding of relevant legislation and regulations
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Skilled in mine planning and scheduling software
  • Current Senior First Aid
  • First Class Mine Managers Certificate

Your motivation:

We are looking for people who want to make a difference, love to challenge themselves and others to do better and pursue solutions with intent.   You want to achieve your goals, but you understand that every person is important to our team success, so you help support others so we can all achieve great things.  It is important to you that you work safely and create an environment that is respectful and inclusive.  You like to get the job done but love to have fun along the way.  This is the way we operate at Ora Banda, so if this sounds like you, then apply now and join the OBM team.

ELIGIBILITY:

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, and valid National Police Clearance.    

At Ora Banda is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce.   We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about Ora Banda Mining is available on the Companys website www.orabandamining.com.au

To be considered for this role, please forward your CV and a covering letter by following the APPLY NOW PROMPTS

Shortlisting and recruitment of this role will commence immediately.

Recruitment Consultancies are respectfully requested not to submit applications for this role.  Candidates will be considered via direct application only.