Job description:
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.
Working in our Brisbane Office, you have a front row seat to our company vision and are a part of the bold, inspired teams who are engineering its success. We’re an agile, entrepreneurial company and we value smart people and creative thinking. When you work with us, you’ll always have the opportunity to progress from where you started. Based in the Brisbane CBD, our people work with teams located across Australia and Canada which makes for interesting work and countless ways to learn and grow.
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, novated car leasing, life insurance and income protection, short-term and long-term incentives, an employee share scheme, referral bonuses, a recognition program, study assistance, discounted health insurance and wellness days.
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 Data & Performance Lead is a key position within Evolution, responsible for establishing and leading the organisation’s technical data intelligence function. This role focuses on developing and implementing a comprehensive data strategy to support the Technical Group and Operations, leveraging data analytics and reporting to optimise performance, improve efficiency, and enhance planning reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Development: Build and lead a high-performing data team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Data Strategy & Governance: Develop and implement a robust data governance framework in partnership with the PMO and IT teams to ensure data quality, infrastructure, and accessibility.
- Analytics & Insights: Use data analytics, AI, and real-time dashboards to provide actionable insights that drive improvements in geology, geotechnical, mining, asset management, and processing.
- Operational Optimisation: Identify and implement data-driven opportunities to enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and reduce costs.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with business units and key stakeholders to align data initiatives with organisational goals.
- Innovation & Capability Building: Drive the adoption of advanced data analytics technologies, develop internal data literacy, and ensure best practices are followed.
This role is pivotal in ensuring Evolution’s operations meet or exceed budgets and strategic plans by harnessing the power of data to make more informed, resilient, and future-ready decisions.
About you
You are a highly skilled and experienced data and performance leader, bringing over a decade of expertise in the mining industry with a strong background in data analytics, performance management, and operational optimisation. With a tertiary qualification in business/data analytics, data science, or data engineering, you have developed a deep understanding of big data processing, data visualisation, and advanced analytics techniques. Additionally, your expertise is further strengthened by postgraduate or industry-led qualifications in engineering, business, or statistics. Throughout your career, you have successfully led and mentored teams of data professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture that drives meaningful business outcomes. Your ability to develop and implement comprehensive data strategies has played a crucial role in aligning data initiatives with organisational goals, ensuring that operations are optimised, insights are actionable, and decision-making is data-driven.
With extensive experience in mining processes and technologies, you possess a strong analytical mindset and problem-solving capabilities, allowing you to translate complex data into valuable insights that support operational efficiency and cost reduction. Your expertise extends to project management, where you have successfully overseen multiple data-driven initiatives, ensuring their timely and effective delivery. Known for your exceptional communication and leadership abilities, you effectively convey technical insights to stakeholders at all levels, influencing decision-making and fostering cross-functional collaboration. With a strong foundation in data governance principles, you ensure that data quality, security, and compliance are maintained across all initiatives. Highly motivated and proactive, you are deeply committed to workplace safety and operational excellence while continuously seeking innovative solutions that drive efficiency, growth, and business success.
Key Strengths for Success
- Strategic Data Leadership – Ability to develop and implement data-driven strategies that align with business objectives and improve operational outcomes.
- Advanced Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills – Expertise in data analytics, big data processing, and performance management to drive informed decision-making.
- Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement – Proven ability to translate complex data insights into clear, actionable recommendations and foster collaboration across all levels.
You are a results-driven person with a passion for leveraging data to drive operational efficiency, improve business outcomes, and foster innovation. With strong technical expertise, and a collaborative approach, you thrive in dynamic environments where data-driven decision-making is key. Your ability to translate complex analytics into actionable insights, engage stakeholders, and implement effective data strategies positions you as a key asset in optimising business performance and achieving long-term success.
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, click herehttps://joinus.evolutionmining.com/. We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.
