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 workplace 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 Project Geologist - Underground.

The responsibilities of this role will be:

Support the OBM Drive to 300koz+ and beyond through underground Resource Conversion, Definition and Exploration drilling, identifying opportunities to increase mine life and improve geological confidence in collaboration with the Project Geologist - Resource.

Support day-to-day underground geology activities and provide operational coverage for the Senior Mine Geologist and Mine Geologists as required.

Undertake geological projects including detailed mapping, data analysis, interpretation, sectional work, wireframing and geological/resource modelling to improve understanding of the deposit and mineralisation controls.

Deliver timely, high-quality Grade Control models aligned with the mine schedule and planning requirements.

Plan, schedule and supervise Grade Control drilling programs, coordinate underground drill sites and contractors, and drive rig utilisation and drilling performance.





Analyse completed drilling programs and document key geological findings, outcomes and recommendations to support future drilling and mine planning.

Complete 3MS reviews and rolling 12-month geological de-risking of scheduled stoping areas, identifying data gaps and geological risks ahead of mining.

Support development and stope performance through geological input into stope design, Stope Notes and inspections, with a focus on maximising recovery and minimising dilution.

Complete Stope

Note geology requirements within agreed timeframes.

Ensure capital and ore development is appropriately mapped, sampled and interpreted, with key geological contacts and features communicated and marked up for Survey and Mining.

Champion high-quality structural data collection from development mapping and drill core, incorporating structural information into 3D geological interpretations and working with specialist consultants where required.

Support QA/QC and geological data quality across drilling, sampling, sample preparation, assay and production datasets, including monitoring laboratory performance and trends.

Assist with end-of-month reconciliation, production analysis and identification of reconciliation trends and opportunities for improvement.

Contribute to accurate and timely daily, weekly and monthly geological reporting, ensuring key geological risks, opportunities and operational outcomes are clearly communicated.

Work collaboratively with Geology, Mining, Engineering, Survey, Geotechnical and drilling teams to continually improve geological understanding,



operational performance and delivery of the mine plan.

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 3-5 years’ mine geology experience (underground, gold)

Member AIG, AusIMM or similar

Skilled in mining software - Leapfrog, Deswik

Exposure to current grade control technologies and practices

Excellent time management to achieve project outcomes

Demonstrable team working skills

Good communication skills

Awareness of the Workplace Health and Safety Act & Regulations

ERT experience and willingness to join OBM’s ERT is preferred

Class C 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

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