Senior Environmental Advisor

Embark on a transformative journey with Ora Banda Mining. Over the last 24 months we have delivered 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 experienced Senior Environmental Advisors to join the team at Ora Banda.

The responsibilities of this role will include:

• Maintain and improve the Environmental Management System including management plans and procedures
• Maintain all environmental awareness and training materials such as induction content and other training resources and deliver training as needed
• Identify and manage environmental risk
• Ensuring the company's compliance with all relevant environmental legislation, licences, permits and other statutory requirements
• Practically manage all planned environmental disturbance and clearance activities
• Maintain accurate environmental records, registers and databases
• Coordinate and prepare environmental reports (NPI, NGERS, CPS Annual Reports, PPL Annual Reports and AERs)
• Participate in the development of Case Studies and Data Collection and Analysis for company sustainability reporting
• Assist in the development of Mine Closure Plans and Progressive Rehabilitation Plans
• Conduct internal environmental compliance audits and inspections and recommend corrective actions
• Engage and coordinate external contractor as needed to assist operations with the collection and removal of waste and other third-party activities such as pest control
• Lead reporting on all observed environmental incidents and non-compliances, investigate and recommend improvements
• Oversee surface water, groundwater, waste, dust and any other environmental monitoring programs
• Supervision of contractors and consultants as required
• Supervision, leadership and mentoring of Environmental Technician
• Liaise and provide support to managers, supervisors, employees and contractors in all environment-related matters
• Maintain site environmental facilities, tools and monitoring systems/consumables to ensure they meet operational requirements
• Support community engagement programmes on environmental matters
• Promoting a culture of environmental sustainability and responsibility across the operations
• Manage and report on human hygiene issues such as potable water, noise, dust and heat as required

ABOUT YOU

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

• Tertiary qualifications in environmental science or related discipline
• 5+ years in a similar environmental role, ideally within the mining or resource sector
• Strong understanding of WA mining and environmental legislation
• Computer literacy and experience with GIS software
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Current WA manual driver's licence
• A First Aid qualification is desirable

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.

Discover the benefits of working with OBM:

• Employee discounts program
• Site Quarterly bonus
• Generous paid parental leave scheme
• Discounted Corporate Health Insurance option
• 5 weeks annual leave for site-based employees
• Salary sacrificing options including novated leasing and FIFO parking
• Free access for you and your family to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program), a free confidential counselling and wellbeing service

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. 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.