Senior Mine Geologist: Open Pit & Grade Control Lead

Evolution Mining; Parkes Shire Council; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Salary packaging

Life insurance and income protection

Health insurance

Quarterly performance bonuses

Employee share scheme

Referral bonuses

Parental leave benefits (18 weeks)

Recognition program

Study assistance

Gym visits

BP fuel card

Attractive rosters

Flexible work options

Job summary

Evolution Mining invites applications for a Senior Mine Geologist at the Northparkes Operations. You’ll shape the grade control strategy for the E28 open pit from the outset, defining ore boundaries, reconciliation practices and system development to support safe, efficient mining.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead a geoscience team, mentor high performers and partner across mining, processing and technical services to optimise dilution, ore recovery and production planning for

Qualifications

• Geological degree or closely related discipline.
• Current Manual Driver’s Licence.
• Experience in production geology and grade control systems.
• Strong understanding of reconciliation, ore tracking and QAQC processes.
• Experience leading, mentoring or developing geology teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead grade control and reconciliation strategies that maximise ore recovery and minimise dilution.
• Build and continuously improve grade control systems that support operational excellence and informed decision‑making.
• Develop and mentor a high performing geology team while creating strong operational partnerships across mining, processing and technical services.
• Deliver geological analysis, QAQC programs and production reporting that drive operational performance and future planning outcomes.
• Influence the future of Northparkes open pit strategy through technical leadership and collaboration.

Skills

Geology

QA/QC

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Geological degree

Job description

Evolution Mining invites applications for a Senior Mine Geologist at the Northparkes Operations. You’ll shape the grade control strategy for the E28 open pit from the outset, defining ore boundaries, reconciliation practices and system development to support safe, efficient mining.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead a geoscience team, mentor high performers and partner across mining, processing and technical services to optimise dilution, ore recovery and production planning for