Senior Mine Planning Engineer (Underground)

THE COMPANY
Embark on a transformative journey with Ora Banda Mining.  Over the last 3 years 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 km2 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 Mine Planning Engineers (Underground) to join the team at Ora Banda.

The responsibilities of this role will include:

• Develop and implement optimum underground development, stope designs and mining methods. Optimise equipment requirements and minimise mining costs.
• Deliver short, medium and long term mine plans, ensuring consistency to maintain continuity of the mine planning process.
• Prepare underground mine development and production schedules, including:
• Oversee the preparation and optimisation of drill and blast plans.
• Plan and oversee the dewatering system in the mine.
• Coordinate mining engineering activities with production teams, surveyors, geologists, drill and blast and contractor teams.
• Monitor day to day mining operations to ensure compliance with agreed plans and quality control standards.
• Undertake ongoing update of underground Life of Mine plan.
• Examine mining methods and equipment to improve performance.
• Supervise mining engineers and other technical staff in their day-to-day activities.
• Provide mine designs and schedules for underground capital and operating cost budgets and forecasts.
• Review underground mine planning cost reports and address any variances.
• Undertake project work and mine engineering activities as required.
• Promote a continuous improvement approach to the conduct of all operations.
• Undertaken any other duties as may be specified from time to time by the Mining Manager or delegate.

ABOUT YOU

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

• Tertiary qualification in mining engineering or related discipline.
• 7 years experience in underground mining operations.
• 2 years in a senior mine planning role.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and regulations.
• Skilled in mine planning and scheduling software Deswik (& Deswik IS).
• First Class Mine Managers ticket, or experience to qualify.
• Current WA C-class drivers licence.

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 Companys 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.