At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape the future of open pit mining and drive operational success.
- Company: Join Evolution Mining, a leading global gold company with a bold vision.
- Benefits: Enjoy relocation support, competitive salary, bonuses, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Experience a vibrant regional lifestyle while contributing to significant mining projects.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team that values career growth and innovation.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering and 2+ years in open pit roles.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
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.
What’s the opportunity? Play a key role in shaping the future of one of Australia's premier open pit mining operations. As a Mining Engineer, you'll work at the centre of operational decision making, helping translate mine plans into outcomes that drive safe, efficient and reliable production. This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical capability while building strong stakeholder relationships across operations, geology, survey and geotechnical teams.
Working an 8:6 roster with 12-hour shifts, you'll enjoy genuine work life balance while contributing to an operation experiencing significant growth. With new satellite pits coming online and a strong future mine plan, you'll gain exposure to projects and opportunities that can help define your career.
Based at our Cowal Operations and reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, you'll:
- Develop and drive short-term mine plans that support operational success
- Influence site performance through effective stakeholder engagement
- Support drill and blast design, scheduling and operational execution
- Analyse production performance and identify improvement opportunities
- Contribute to the successful delivery of mining projects from planning through to execution
- Help ensure plans are communicated clearly and delivered safely across site teams
Why Cowal Gold Operations? At Cowal, our never-say-never attitude has led to mine life extension to 2042 as we have boldly reimagined our future. Today, you can work on the surface or underground. With open pit and processing all on one site, the operational diversity is ideal for uplifting careers. Live nearby and enjoy the regional lifestyle and close-knit communities.
What we offer you:
- Relocation support
- Salary packaging (e.g. novated car leasing, remote area housing)
- Life insurance and income protection
- 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
- Discounted health insurance
- Discounted gym membership
- Attractive rosters
- Bus transportation to and from West Wyalong at the beginning and end of your shift
- Flexible work options – we know flexibility looks different for everyone
Does this sound like you?
- Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or equivalent
- 2+ years’ experience in an open pit mining engineering role
- Experience in mine planning and scheduling
- Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills
- The ability to influence outcomes and drive plans through to execution
- Experience with Deswik or similar mine planning software such as Vulcan or Surpac
- A proactive, team focused approach and commitment to safety
- Experience within gold mining is welcomed, however engineers from other commodities are encouraged to apply where they have relevant open pit planning experience.
Ready to create your career highlight with us? 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.
Mining Engineer in West Wyalong 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.
