Exploration Manager

We are seeking an Exploration Manager to join our team. The purpose of this role is to lead all exploration activities at Orla’s Nevada properties with focus on the South Railroad project, efficiently managing all near‑existing deposits and regional exploration team activities.

• Ensure that all administrative matters, including labor, safety, environmental and legal compliance are reported to the site or country management and company regulations are followed.
• Work closely with Orla’s SVP Exploration and Corporate Exploration team to develop and optimise exploration programmes to effectively define and test priority targets for the South Railroad Project and grow gold resources to extend projected mine life.
• Contribute to and oversee target generation, assessment and global project pipeline management.
• Design, assess, plan and prioritise exploration targets at various stages to directly impact programmes in real‑time through active and proactive participation in exploration programmes.
• Contribute to drill planning for resource discovery, growth and drill programme optimisation.
• Ensure optimal use of all data to advance quality geological interpretations and support exploration decision‑making.
• Ensure QA/QC programmes and procedures are implemented on all exploration programmes and surveys; QA/QC data is reviewed and any issues identified and corrected.
• Assist mine operations with the integration of near‑mine data with mine operations.
• Keep all stakeholders informed of work progress, issues and results including the site General Manager and SVP Exploration.
• Define team and individual exploration objectives to contribute to global exploration and Orla’s objectives.
• Establish and structure a strong, balanced exploration team at the site by attracting, developing and retaining key exploration team members.
• Assess, continue developing and reinforcing South Railroad exploration team through mentorship and training opportunities.
• Coordinate with site Health & Safety to identify and correct any hazards that could lead to an accident or incident.
• Identify, review, assess and highlight corporate development opportunities that may present growth opportunities for Orla Mining.

• Certified Professional Geologist (CPG) with the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) or registered member of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Exploration Management roles within the mining industry.
• Exploration experience across Nevada and the Western United States.
• Extensive hands‑on experience planning and managing large‑scale exploration programmes, including multiple drill rigs, site‑specific safety protocols and emergency response plans.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience leading and managing exploration teams.
• At least ten (10) years of experience with Carlin‑type, epithermal gold‑silver and other deposit types.
• Broad experience ranging from early‑stage (greenfields) exploration to advanced‑stage operations.
• Experience in both near‑mine and regional exploration.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC principles, including implementation and data analysis.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational and team‑building skills.
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Must be authorised to work in the United States for any employer.
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence.