At a Glance
- Tasks: Support processing plant performance through hands-on lab work and accurate data management.
- Company: Join Evolution Mining, a leading gold producer with a commitment to innovation.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, bonuses, local living benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Work locally in Kalgoorlie with a 5:2:4:3 roster for a balanced lifestyle.
- Why this job: Gain practical mining experience while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Laboratory experience, attention to detail, and a strong safety mindset required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Reporting to the Senior Metallurgist, this is a hands‑on, lab‑based role supporting processing plant performance. The role involves maintaining lab equipment, completing sampling and test work, and making sure data is accurate and reliable to support plant outcomes. It works closely with the processing team, with a mix of guidance and autonomy in managing day‑to‑day tasks. There’s also a focus on keeping the lab organised and running smoothly, including equipment reliability and timely data delivery in line with team KPIs. It’s a great opportunity to gain exposure to site operations and build practical mining experience. This role is offered on a 5:2:4:3 roster (10‑hour days) and is only open to candidates residing in the Kalgoorlie/Boulder region with permanent working rights.
You enjoy hands‑on work and take pride in doing it well. You’re reliable, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. You bring experience from a laboratory environment and are keen to build on it in a site‑based role. Most importantly, you have a positive attitude, a strong focus on safety, and a willingness to learn.
- Proven laboratory experience, ideally within a metallurgical or gold processing environment
- Confidence using Excel to capture, track and interpret data
- Ability to take ownership of your tasks and work autonomously
- A strong safety mindset and pride in keeping a clean, well‑organised lab
- A desire to keep learning and build your capability on site
- Full Working Rights (Citizenship or Permanent Residency)
- Reside locally in Kalgoorlie and able to work a 12 hour day
- Hold a WA C Class (manual) Drivers Licence
At Evolution, we offer a range of employee benefits, including:
- Attractive salary package + quarterly bonus + local living benefits
- Salary packaging options including novated car leasing, remote living costs etc.
- Complementary life insurance and income protection
- Future opportunities to work interstate and overseas
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. 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.
Operator Metallurgy Laboratory employer: Nearheal
At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that champions equity, diversity, and inclusion. With flexible work arrangements, opportunities for continuous learning, and the chance to collaborate with a global team of experts, employees can thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on communities. Our commitment to professional growth and a supportive environment makes AECOM a standout choice for those looking to contribute to transformative projects across Australia.
