Senior Resource Development Geologist

Join to apply for the Senior Resource Development Geologist role at Ora Banda Mining Ltd.THE COMPANY: Ora Banda Mining is a growing mining company focused on exploration, sustainable mine development, and responsible resource management.
We are committed to developing our people and providing support to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the mining industry as we work towards becoming a mid-tier gold producer.THE ROLEApplications are sought from an experienced Senior Resource Development Geologist to join the team at Ora Banda.
The responsibilities of this role include:Supervise and provide technical mentoring and training to field personnel to foster an industry best-practice approach to all geology functions.Supervise drilling programs and drilling contractors.Compile brownfields and resource targets to fuel the project pipeline and advance projects through to the Resource modelling team.Liaise with the Resource modelling team to ensure collection of appropriate data required for robust resource models: geometallurgy, geotechnical, drill density, modelling of lithology, faults, lodes/mineralisation.Perform geological mapping (including historical pit mapping) and geochemical sampling programs for target generation and definition as required.Critically review and continuously improve brownfields and resource development targets and targeting techniques (geophysics, structural geology, geochemistry).
Contribute to the identification of exploration targets and planning of exploration programs.Work with the Exploration function to allocate resources (people, equipment) to ensure coverage to execute the plan.Collaborate with mine geology site teams to harness deposit knowledge and drive discovery of new mines.Geologically log drill chips and diamond drill core.Produce technical plans and sections to an industry best-practice standard.Report program status via daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.Provide input into project reviews, resource modelling, and budgeting.Contribute to discussions with Resource Development and Exploration teams on resource development and exploration opportunities.Maintain geological databases to record quality data and report on drilling, environmental rehabilitation, and tenement activities.Deliver validated, quality drilling data to the Perth DBAs in a timely manner.A full position description will be provided to shortlisted applicants prior to interview.ABOUT YOUTo be considered for the role, you will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:Tertiary qualified Geologist with recent and relevant regional exploration experience (ideally 7+ years post graduate).
General geological experience including geological modelling, sampling techniques and reserve and resource estimation.Drill supervision experience.Passion for making new discoveries and converting ounces into resource.Exposure to mining, mine geology, and operational experience is highly regarded.Current C-Class manual drivers' licence.Computer literate with competence in industry standard mining and GIS software, preferably Micromine, Leapfrog and ArcGIS.Ability to work collaboratively across site and Perth-based teams.Your motivation: We are looking for people who want to make a difference, challenge themselves and others to pursue solutions with intent, work safely, and contribute to a respectful and inclusive workplace.
If this sounds like you, apply now to join Ora Banda.Benefitsof working with OBM:Employee discounts programSite quarterly bonusGenerous paid parental leave schemeDiscounted corporate health insurance option5 weeks annual leave for site-based employeesSalary sacrificing options including novated leasing and FIFO parkingFree access for you and your family to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)ELIGIBILITY: Candidates must meet pre-employment criteria including a medical, drug and alcohol screening, and valid National Police Clearance.
Ora Banda is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to 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: 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.
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