Facilities - Gardener
About us
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.
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 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 only 12-hour shifts.
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 Site Services Supervisor, you will form an integral part of the Facilities team by delivering high quality gardener services that are vital to the ongoing success of the Ernest Henry Mining operation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Performing general gardening and landscaping duties including mowing, whipper snipping, pruning, and edging
- Installing and maintaining irrigation systems across village and housing areas
- Removing and disposing of green waste and applying weed/pest control measures (subject to qualifications)
- Maintaining the appearance and condition of all outdoor spaces
- Operating and maintaining gardening tools and equipment
- Conducting routine inspections and implementing improvements to gardens and grounds
- Keeping accurate records of maintenance activities
- Working safely and cooperatively within a team environment
- Supporting emergency response activities (manual driver’s licence required)
About you
You will hold relevant Horticulture/gardening qualifications, additional tickets such as Forklift, EWP, Chainsaw, Confined Space, Tractor and Working at Heights are highly regarded as is having a manual driver’s licence. Certifications in pest/weed management are highly regarded. You will have previous experience in a similar role, preferably in remote or mining environments. You must be reliable, safety-focused, and capable of working independently in physically demanding conditions.
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.
To find out more about us and our Ernest Henry Operation, click here .
We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.