Graduate Geologist - Underground

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 1000km2 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 Graduate Geologists to join the team at Ora Banda on a 8:6, 8:6, 7:7 roster (every third swing night shift) on site.

The responsibilities of this role will include:

• Conduct day to day mine geology activities, including face mapping, face sampling, updating all plans and sections with geology data
• Assist working with Engineers and Survey closely to minimise dilution and maximise recovery of the ore in development and stoping
• Assist in the interpretation of the deposits structure, lithology and mineralisation by face and wall mapping and sampling, core logging.
• Assist with documenting and communicating the underground geology activities as part of the Technical team to ensure that geology activities and mining activities are aligned to achieve a seamless mining cycle for development headings
• Learn how to conduct wall and backs mapping all capital development and ore development, to ensure regulatory compliance, monitor geotechnical conditions, and build the knowledge base of the deposit.
• Learn how to design and supervise underground drilling programs as required
• Conduct quality diamond core logging
• Assist with the Daily and weekly planning of ore movement
• Work collaboratively with the Technical team and Mining team to ensure delivery of the daily plan, weekly plan, and 3 month schedule
• Comply with company policies, standards and procedures

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

• Tertiary Qualifications (Graduate roles)
• Must have a strong safety focus
• Previous experience in an underground environment desirable
• Ability to work effectively within a small team
• Good communication skills – written and oral
• Computing skills
• Current C class manual driver’s licence
• Geology Technician experience desirable
• Forklift ticket desirable
• Senior First Aid certificate desirable
• Willingness to join OBM’s ERT is preferred

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 Company’s 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.