Senior Mining Engineer - Underground Riverina

About the role

Ora Banda Mining is seeking experienced Senior Underground Mining Engineers to join its team at the Riverina underground mine. The company describes itself as a small, dynamic organisation focused on developing its people and on sustainable mine development and responsible resource management. Applications are open to candidates who share a passion for exploration, sustainable mine development and responsible resource management.

Key responsibilities

• Develop optimum underground development and stoping designs, mining methods, equipment requirements and recovery costs
• Deliver short, medium and long-term mine plans with consistent continuity
• Prepare underground mine development and production schedules
• Oversee the preparation and optimisation of drill and blast plans
• Plan and oversee the mine's dewatering system
• Monitor day-to-day mining operations against agreed plans and quality control standards
• Provide technical input into underground mining processes and manage mining activities to meet planning targets
• Review mining methods and equipment to improve performance
• Provide engineering services to the mine manager as required
• Lead mining engineers and other technical staff and coordinate with production teams, surveyors, geologists, drill and blast and contractor teams

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in mining engineering or a related discipline
• 7+ years of experience in mining operations
• First Class Mine Managers Certificate and current Senior First Aid
• Understanding of relevant legislation and regulations
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills

Required skills

• Skilled in mine planning and scheduling software

Candidates must meet pre-employment criteria including a medical, drug and alcohol screening and a valid National Police Clearance. Shortlisting begins immediately; applications are made through the Apply Now prompts on the listing.