At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and improve underground communication systems using advanced mining technologies.
- Company: Join Evolution Mining, a leading gold producer with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy relocation support, salary packaging, bonuses, and health insurance.
- Other info: Flexible work options and excellent career growth opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Take ownership of key infrastructure and make a real impact in mining technology.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification in Electrical or Communications Technology and strong troubleshooting skills.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Reporting to the Underground Electrical Team Leader, the Underground Communications Technician will play a hands‑on role maintaining and improving the reliability of our underground communications systems. This new role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key infrastructure while gaining exposure to advanced mining technologies.
Key responsibilities include:
- Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting leaky feeder, optical fibre, Wi-Fi, and CCTV systems.
- Ensuring reliable connectivity to support safety, operations, and emergency response.
- Developing and documenting work instructions and preventative maintenance plans.
- Supporting system upgrades, configuration, and integration of new technologies.
- Providing training and technical support to crews across site.
- Committing to maintaining health, safety, and security standards and principles within the workplace.
- Demonstrating behaviours aligned with the Evolution Mining values.
About you
The ideal candidate will hold a trade qualification in Electrical, Auto-Electrical, or Communications Technology, along with a current driver’s licence. You will bring experience working with wireless networks, digital two‑way systems, or leaky feeder infrastructure, and possess ACMA Open Cabling Registration, with endorsements in optical fibre and structured cabling considered desirable. Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills are essential, particularly in configuring hardware and networks. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, combined with a collaborative approach, will support success in this role. While previous underground mining experience is highly regarded, it is not essential, and training in optical fibre and CCTV systems will be provided.
About us
From humble beginnings in 2011, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company.
At Northparkes, we are known for having innovative, technical and collaborative people. The operations include block caving, sub-level caving and open pit and was the first mine in Australia to use the block cave mining method. We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace with a long mine life and a vision of a century of mining together.
At Evolution, we support, develop and reward everyone who chooses to be a part of our bright future. Your benefits include relocation support assistance, salary packaging (i.e. novated car leasing, remote area housing), life insurance and income protection, quarterly bonus, employee share scheme, referral bonuses, recognition program, gym visits, BP fuel card and health insurance.
This role is a 7:7 day‑shift roster - Residential. We understand that flexible work means something different to everyone and encourage you to have a conversation about the flexible work options available.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and accessible for all, and candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Join our bold team to start your next exciting chapter.
Communications Technician in Parkes employer: Evolution Mining
At Evolution Mining, we pride ourselves on being a premier global gold company that not only values career growth but also fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. Located at the Mungari Gold Operations, our team enjoys competitive benefits, including relocation support, salary packaging options, and ongoing professional development opportunities, all while working in a dynamic environment that prioritises safety and innovation. Join us to be part of a bright future where your contributions truly matter.
