Mining Engineer

Evolution Mining; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Salary packaging

Life insurance

Income protection

Quarterly performance bonuses

Employee share scheme

Referral bonuses

Study assistance

Gym visits

BP fuel card

Health insurance

Job summary

Evolution Mining seeks a Mining Engineer for the Northparkes E22 Underground Project. You’ll contribute to block cave development, twin declines, and raises, delivering design and execution in a structured, integrated mine planning environment.

You’ll engage in short- to medium-term planning, critical path tracking, and contractor coordination, while expanding your technical capability on a marquee underground project with significant growth potential.

Qualifications

• Underground mining experience (2–3+ years) in a relevant role.
• Experience with mine design and planning (short to medium term).
• Strong data analysis and ability to manage priorities.
• Practical mindset with strong on-site collaboration.
• Exposure to caving/block cave operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and execution of large-scale block cave development.
• Participate in short- to mid-term planning and critical path tracking.
• Support contractor coordination and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver on project milestones.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Mine design & planning

Data analysis

Prioritisation & delivery

Site collaboration

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Job description

As a Mining Engineer at Northparkes, you’ll play a key role in delivering the E22 Underground Project - a major growth initiative that will help shape the next phase of our operation.

Reporting to the Principal Mining Engineer, you’ll be part of the project team responsible for design and execution of a large-scale block cave development inclusive of twin declines and raises. You’ll work closely with the Technical Services, Underground Operations and Projects departments to support the safe and timely delivery of E22 project alongside the E48 SLC and E26 L1N Block Cave mine in an integrated mine planning environment.

This role offers a unique mix of technical and project exposure. You’ll contribute across mine design, short to medium-term planning, and critical path tracking, while also supporting contractor coordination and continuous improvement initiatives.

As part of the E22 Project, you’ll be working on one of Australia’s most exciting underground developments - gaining exposure to block caving, large scale project delivery and the future of the Northparkes operation.

If you’re looking to take the next step in your career and be part of a high impact project, this is an opportunity to build capability, broaden your experience and contribute to something genuinely significant.

About You

You’re a Mining Engineer who enjoys being close to the operation and wants to contribute to a major underground project.

You bring a balance of technical capability and a practical mindset. You’re comfortable working across planning and execution, enjoy problem solving, and can build strong relationships with teams on site.

You’ll bring:

• A degree in Mining Engineering (or related discipline)
• Experience in underground mining environments (2-3 years+)
• Exposure to mine design and planning (short to medium term)
• Strong skills in Deswik (CAD, IS, Sched desirable)
• Strong practical base and knowledge
• An ability to analyse data, manage priorities and deliver project outcomes

Experience in decline development projects, contractor coordination or caving methods will be highly regarded.

Most importantly, you’re proactive, adaptable and motivated to learn. You enjoy working in a collaborative team and want to be part of delivering a project that will define the future of Northparkes.

About Us

From humble beginnings to a leading global gold company, Evolution is writing its next chapter – and you could be part of it. Our people are our greatest asset, and with operations spanning Australia and Canada, along with offices in Sydney and Brisbane, you’re in for a career highlight like no other.

As our company continues to evolve, so will your opportunities. We’re a bold, forward-thinking company with a clear strategy and strong values that guide everything we do. By investing in the growth of our operations and embracing new possibilities, we’ve built our success on seeking out transformational opportunities.

Our agility empowers us to make confident decisions and turn vision into reality – achieving strong outcomes and success. With a proven track record of mine-life extension and operational diversification, we offer our people stability, long-term career prospects, and the chance to be part of something truly exciting.

At Northparkes

Northparkes is known for its innovative, technical and collaborative people. The site includes block caving, sub-level caving and open pit mining, and was the first in Australia to use the block cave method. With a long mine life and a vision of a century of mining together, Northparkes offers a unique opportunity to lead mechanical capital projects that directly impact site performance and infrastructure.

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, referral bonuses, recognition program, study assistance, gym visits, BP fuel card and health insurance.

This roster is 5:2 and is residential to Parkes, NSW or DIDO.

We understand that flexible work means something different to everyone and encourage you to have a conversation about the flexible work options available.