About us

From humble beginnings in 2010, 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 Ernest Henry

At Ernest Henry, our mine life extension to 2040 and a doubling of ore reserves offers more operational diversity on site, and a bright future for our people and the community.

Your Benefits

At Evolution, we support, develop and reward everyone who chooses to be a part of our bright future. Your benefits include relocation assistance, salary packaging (i.e. novated car leasing, remote area housing), quarterly bonuses, employee share scheme, referral bonuses, recognition program, study assistance, discounted health insurance, and allowances for DIDO and local employees.

At Ernest Henry, you can choose what suits your priorities. Work an attractive fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) roster from Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville or a drive-in/drive-out (DIDO) roster and take advantage of our top-class camp, or live local in the close-knit community of Cloncurry and be home every night. This roster is 8/6 (days) - 7/7 (nights) and a 12 hour day.

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

Reporting to the Supervisor - Development, this critical operational role involves operating Sandvik DD422 and DD422i Jumbos. You'll be responsible for drilling blast holes and executing essential ground support tasks. Your responsibilities will include:

Installation of ground support as per PPD design using MDX, Mesh, Par 1 Resin, Split Set bolts.

Read and understand Primary Development Designs

Read and understand mining survey memo’s

All aspects of Development mining, Level development, Decline and Incline, Turnouts etc.

Mine to line and grade with less than 10% overbreak.

Perform thorough pre-start checks on all equipment and report all damage’s

Ensure all work performed and Housekeeping is kept to a high standard.

Ensure that work quality is high and that all controls are used and adhered to.

Operate heavy diesel equipment and cleaning.

Complying with and undertaking additional / alternative responsibilities as reasonably assigned by the Supervisor.

About You

You will bring previous Jumbo operations experience in bolting and boring. You will have Development Jumbo and Bogger operations competencies, a current C Class Driver's License, and certifications in Working at Heights and IT operations. Your knowledge of and experience with all aspects of mine development Jumbo operations, coupled with your strong safety awareness and mechanical aptitude, will be key to your success in this role.

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. 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.

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