Community & External Relations Officer

Evolution Mining; Lake Cowal; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Salary packaging

Life insurance

Quarterly performance bonuses

Employee share scheme

Referral bonuses

Parental leave (18 weeks)

Flexible work options

Discounted health insurance

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Evolution Mining is seeking a Community and External Relations Officer at Cowal Gold Operations near West Wyalong to build meaningful relationships with communities, Indigenous partners and stakeholders while supporting outreach programs.

Reporting to the Senior Advisor Community and Indigenous Relations, you will manage events, sponsorships, scholarships and shared value projects, plus communications, reporting and enquiries for the operation.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, communications, public relations, community development or related field.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building and communication skills.
• The ability to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and administration capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver community development initiatives, sponsorships, scholarship programs and shared value projects that make a positive difference locally.
• Build trusted relationships with community groups, local stakeholders, government representatives and Traditional Owners.
• Support the implementation of stakeholder engagement and Indigenous relations activities across the operation.
• Assist with community events, consultation activities and engagement programs that strengthen Evolution’s presence and partnerships.
• Contribute to effective communications, reporting and community enquiries management.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the Evolution Town Office and community engagement activities.

Skills

Community engagement

Stakeholder relations

Public relations

Communications

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who we are

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. We took our Cowal Gold Operations underground in just seven years. We’ve extended the mine life of our Ernest Henry Operations to 2040 and doubled its ore reserves. We’retransforming our Red Lake Operations, restoring it as a premier Canadiangoldmine. That kind of ambition creates careers, not just jobs.

When we asked our people what they enjoy most about working at Evolution, two things came up across every site: career growth and the quality of the people. Here, you’ll work alongside people who care, who push one another to be better, with leaders who arethere to support you.

What’s the opportunity?

Build meaningful relationships, create positive community outcomes and help strengthen the connection between one of Australia’s leading gold operations and the people who live, work and thrive around it.

As our Community and External Relations Officer, you’ll play an important role in supporting community engagement, stakeholder partnerships and Indigenous relations initiatives that create real value for the region. This is an opportunity to develop a rewarding career in external relations while gaining broad exposure to the mining industry and the positive impact it can have on local communities.

Working a family friendly 5:2/4:3 roster at our Cowal Gold Operations near West Wyalong, you’ll enjoy genuine work life balance while contributing to community programs, stakeholder engagement activities and partnerships that support the long term success of both our operation and the surrounding region.

Reporting to the Senior Advisor Community and Indigenous Relations, you’ll:

• Help deliver community development initiatives, sponsorships, scholarship programs and shared value projects that make a positive difference locally.
• Build trusted relationships with community groups, local stakeholders, government representatives and Traditional Owners.
• Support the implementation of stakeholder engagement and Indigenous relations activities across the operation.
• Assist with community events, consultation activities and engagement programs that strengthen Evolution’s presence and partnerships.
• Contribute to effective communications, reporting and community enquiries management.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the Evolution Town Office and community engagement activities.

Why Cowal Operations?

Cowal is one of Australia’s largest and most successful gold mining operations, with a strong future and continued investment in growth.

This role offers exposure to both community engagement and Indigenous relations, providing a unique opportunity to build a diverse skillset and develop a long-term career in external relations.

Beyond the role itself, you’ll enjoy the benefits of regional living, a supportive team environment and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that create positive outcomes for local communities, stakeholders and future generations.

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. We took our operations there underground in just seven years. 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. The future here is bright; you could be part of it.

What we offer you

We support, develop and reward you to ensure you have a bright future. Here’s how we back that up:

• 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
• Referral bonuses
• Attractive parental leave benefits (18 weeks)
• Recognition program
• Study assistanceDiscounted 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?

You’ll be someone who enjoys building relationships, communicating with diverse stakeholders and making a positive impact in the community.

We’re looking for:

• Experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, communications, public relations, community development or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building and communication skills.
• The ability to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and administration capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with a genuine interest in community outcomes.

Highly regarded but not essential:

• Experience working with Indigenous communities or Indigenous relations programs.
• Exposure to mining, resources, government, corporate affairs, not-for-profit or community-based organisations.
• Experience with data management, reporting or financial administration.

Ready to create your career highlight with us?

As our name suggests, change and evolution are in our DNA. 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.

Find out more about us at our Careers site.

Bold team. Bright future.