Ora Banda Mining is entering its next exciting chapter in growth. Help build Australia’s next 300 koz gold producer and join us on our DRIVE to 300!
We’ve always challenged ourselves to think bigger and right now we are preparing to double gold production over the next three years, constructing a brand-new processing plant, opening a new UG mine, and investing in massive exploration programs!
As our key growth projects get underway, we want more ‘ore-some’ people to make it happen. We know that our unparallelled success has been driven by our people who lean into a challenge and turn ambition into results.
Just like our operations, we invest heavily in our people creating an exceptional environment where everyone can thrive. Do you have a winning mindset, are you excited by growth and want to embrace this once-in-a-career opportunity?
Accept the challenge, join Ora Banda Mining.

The role
Applications are sought for the position of Mine Geologist - Underground.
The responsibilities of this role will be:

- Support the OBM Drive to 300koz+ and beyond through Resource Conversion, Definition and Underground Exploration drilling programs.
- Conduct daily mine geology and grade control activities, including face, wall and backs mapping, photography, sampling, geological mark-up and updating plans and sections.
- Ensure capital and ore development is appropriately mapped, sampled and documented to support regulatory compliance, geotechnical monitoring and development of 3D geological models.
- Collect high-quality structural geology data from underground mapping and core logging, including faults, veins, foliation, bedding, contacts, folds and lineations.
- Interpret and communicate lithology, structure,



alteration and mineralisation through quality mapping, sampling, core logging and plan/section interpretation.
- Work closely with Mining, Engineering and Survey to maximise ore recovery, minimise dilution and support efficient development and stoping cycles.
- Conduct and document stope inspections, Stope Notes and reconciliations, providing geological input into performance reviews and corrective actions.
- Collect and submit geometallurgical samples from underground and drill core to support geological modelling, mine planning and metallurgical recovery estimates.
- Assist with the design, supervision and geological logging of underground and Grade Control drilling programs, including preparation of GC proposals.
- Provide accurate geological information for ore movement, underground trucking and stockpile reconciliation, including weekly and month-end data checks.
- Collaborate with Technical Services and Mining to deliver daily, weekly and three-month mine plans and schedules.
- Maintain clear and timely communication of underground geological information across the Technical and Mining teams.
- Provide guidance, instruction and training to Graduate Geologists.
- Comply with all company policies, standards and procedures, and undertake other duties as required.

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





- Tertiary qualification Bachelor Science (Geology) or equivalent from a recognised institution
- Minimum of 1-year experience in a similar role
- Previous use of mining software – Micromine, Leapfrog, Geobank
- Member AIG, AusIMM or similar
- Ability to work as part of a technical team
- Valuable communication skills
- Proactive attitude and an aptitude for learning
- Awareness of the Workplace Health and Safety Act & Regulations
- ERT experience and willingness to join OBM’s ERT is preferred
- Current WA manual driver’s Licence
- Current First Aid certificate

YOUR MOTIVATION
Our mantra is ‘ore-some rocks, awesome people’, and with that comes a fantastic culture. We may be growing but we still retain our one team feel! If the opportunity to be part of an ambitious project with huge potential excites you, apply now!

Employee Benefits

- Employee share scheme
- Professional development
- 5 weeks annual leave for site-based employees
- Quarterly bonus program for site-based employees
- Gender neutral paid parental leave
- Discounted health insurance
- Salary sacrificing – novated lease / FIFO parking

Recruitment process
The process will include a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, criminal history check, review of qualifications and proof of right to work in Australia.
Ora Banda is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages suitably qualified people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Shortlisting and recruitment for this role will commence immediately.

Next steps
Further information about Ora Banda Mining is available on the Company’s website www.orabandamining.com.au
APPLY NOW to work at OBM

📌 Mine Geologist - Underground (Perth)
🏢 Ora Banda Mining
📍 Perth