Job description:
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. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us.
At Northparkes
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.
Your Benefits
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 performance bonuses, employee share scheme, short- and long-term incentives, referral bonuses, recognition program, study assistance, gym visits, BP fuel card and health insurance.
This roster is Roster is 5/2 or 5/2 4/3, 38 hour week / 76 hour fortnight
We understand that flexible work means something different to everyone and encourage you to have a conversation about the flexible work options available.
About the role
The Senior Mining Engineer – Block Cave is accountable for developing short- and medium-term mine plans, including mine design, scheduling, and forecasting for production and development activities within the Block Cave. This role ensures the successful completion of all technical aspects related to underground production and development, driving the achievement of operational targets. The Senior Mining Engineer will also lead and coordinate the efforts of the mining engineering team, ensuring effective collaboration and the timely delivery of key outcomes
About the role
- Develop mine plans that align with business objectives, ensuring the generation of annual production and development forecasts within corporate timeframes for budget preparation.
- Coordinate the interface between operations and planning teams to ensure activity levels and budgets are met efficiently.
- Continuously challenge and encourage decision-making with a focus on meeting and exceeding targets, while driving improvements in mine planning related to safety, production, and cost efficiency.
- Provide clear direction for the tactical planning of underground operations, including cave management, mine ventilation and short- to medium-term planning functions.
- Ensure underground ventilation compliance
About you
- Experienced mining professional with a track record of success at the operational and planning level in metalliferous mining
- Cave mining experience
- Recognised and relevant tertiary degree ie Bachelor of Science / Engineering (Mining, Geology or Geological / Geotechnical Engineering)
At Evolution, as our name suggests, change and transformation is in our DNA. We want the Evolution experience to be your career highlight. 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.
To find out more about us and Northparkes, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/
We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.
