Processing Plant Operator - Day Shift

About Us

From humble beginnings in 2011, Evolution Mining is now an inclusive 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 Cowal

At Cowal, our significant investment has led to a longer mine life as we have boldly reimagined our future to 2040. Located near West Wyalong in central New South Wales, Cowal is a residential site where we encourage our people to live nearby and enjoy the close-knit communities and lifestyles of the surrounding areas.

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, vehicle, housing options, life and income protection
• Bonus’ including short and long-term incentives
• Employee referral bonuses
• Recognition program
• Study assistance
• Discounted health insurance and gym membership
• Convenient and comfortable bus transportation to site and from West Wyalong at the beginning and end of your shift

This roster is  and a 7/7 roster day shift with 12 hour days.  

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

The role of Processing Plant Operator is to operate areas safely and effectively within the Processing Plant, including Reagent Handling and Mixing, Tailings Storage Facilities, Water Treatment Plants, and the Goldroom, it is crucial to maintain a focus on operational efficiency, safety, and adherence to procedural standards. Ensuring that a continuous and smooth production process is upheld, while also addressing the environmental and safety responsibilities, is key to the plant's overall success. Effective communication, adherence to operational schedules, and maintenance of equipment are essential for maintaining high performance. Additionally, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety awareness ensures that the plant operates within regulatory guidelines while also striving for operational excellence.

Key Result Areas:

•  Ensure smooth and continual production processes are maintained at all times.
• Maintain reagent levels in alignment with the operational demands of the plant.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across all areas.
• Adhere to pre-determined tailings deposition plans, reporting deviations where necessary.
• Follow and support water management plans, ensuring adequate water availability.
• Operate and maintain the RO plant to meet the processing plant's water requirements.
• Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and stakeholders, providing feedback when needed.
• Ensure compliance with shift schedules, safety procedures, and working hours.

• Commit to maintaining safety, health, and security standards in all tasks and activities.
• Work within and comply with site-specific safety and health management systems.
• Understand and comply with environmental approvals and relevant legislation.
• Support and adhere to the CGO environmental management system.

About you

Previous experience in gold processing plants is highly advantageous, as it provides a strong foundation for understanding the complexities of plant operations. Having the ability to make quality decisions, maintain high work standards, collaborate effectively with others, apply expertise and technology, and plan and organize tasks is essential in this role. These competencies ensure efficient plant operations while prioritizing safety and adhering to operational guidelines. Professionals with the right skills, such as the ability to work safely, utilize MS Word and Excel, operate DCS systems, and work independently, are crucial for driving both individual and team success in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Key Competencies:

• Make informed decisions to enhance operational efficiency
• Uphold high standards of quality and consistency in all tasks
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Applying expertise and technology to leverage knowledge and technology to optimise processes
• Efficiently manage time and resources to meet operational goals
• Ability to work safely at all times, adhering to safety protocols
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel for documentation and reporting
• Competence in operating DCS systems for process control
• Capable of working remotely and independently when required
• Skilled in prioritising and scheduling tasks to meet production demands

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 Cowal, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/   

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.