Mineralogy Technician in Parkes

We’re a bold team with a bright future; and we’re looking for people who want to be part of it. Evolution Mining is a premier global gold company operating six mines across Australia and Canada. We’re transforming mines and uplifting careers.

This is a rare opportunity to join one of Australia’s few specialist Mineralogy Laboratories and develop highly sought after technical expertise in advanced mineralogical analysis. As our Mineralogy Technician, you’ll play an important role in supporting mineralogical testing and analysis across the Northparkes operation.

Working closely with an experienced team, you’ll prepare samples for cutting edge technologies including X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), helping generate insights that support metallurgy, mine planning, geology and operational decision making.

Whether you’re already working in a laboratory environment or have strong sample preparation experience and are looking to build specialised skills, this role offers extensive training and development within a supportive team environment.

Reporting to the Senior Mineralogist, you’ll:

• Prepare and process mineralogy samples for XRD and SEM analysis
• Support mineralogical testing that informs operational and technical decisions
• Deliver high-quality laboratory work safely and efficiently
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the laboratory
• Develop specialist knowledge through structured training and mentorship

Why Northparkes Operations? Big things are happening at Northparkes. With our E22 Underground Project underway, we’re entering an exciting phase of growth that will underpin an extended mine life underground. This is your opportunity to be part of a career defining project, build new capabilities and contribute to one of Australia’s most exciting block cave development projects.

What we offer you: We support, develop and reward you to ensure you have a bright future. Here’s how we back that up:

• Relocation support
• Salary packaging (e.g. novated car leasing, remote area housing)
• Life insurance and income protection
• Health insurance
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Employee share scheme – have a real stake in the company’s success
• Attractive parental leave benefits (18 weeks)
• Recognition program
• Study assistance
• Attractive rosters
• Flexible work options – we know flexibility looks different for everyone

Does this sound like you?

• Experience in laboratory, mineral processing or sample preparation environments
• Knowledge of sample preparation techniques such as crushing, splitting, milling or pulverising
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• A proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement
• The ability to work collaboratively within a close knit team
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications

Highly regarded:

• Certificate IV or higher in Laboratory Techniques
• Experience with XRD, SEM or mineralogical analysis
• Experience working within mining, mineral processing or metallurgy environments
• Exposure to LIMS or laboratory data systems

Ready to create your career highlight with us? As our name suggests, change and evolution are in our DNA. If you’d like to work with a team that turns challenges into opportunities and delivers on its bold ambitions, we want to hear from you.