Exploration Technician

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. 

About Mungari  

Operational diversity. Extended mine life. 

At Mungari, now with a mine life through to 2038, our people have a longer future with opportunities to grow. With underground and open pit mining, and an expansion of the processing plant underway, the operational diversity and unique work experience opportunity at Mungari is great for building and uplifting careers. 

About the role 

We are looking for a Field Technician who will provide field support to the Mungari Resource Development, Open Pit and Underground Geology teams, located 25km from central Kalgoorlie.   This varied role is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled field technician, core yard technician, pit technician or someone entering the mining industry who can quickly learn the technical skills, but already has the personal abilities to deliver the below responsibilities.

• Collect geological samples from suitable sites, in either the field or open pit environment as directed, mark samples, note locations and dispatch to laboratory as appropriate
• Prepare site appropriately, including field set up, gridding, clearing, supervision of sump digging, track clearing, drill pad setup and building of causeways
• Collect drilling samples as directed, split as required and dispatch to laboratory
• Complete marking up of core, geotechnical logging, and specific gravity determinations
• Monitor field equipment and vehicles and arrange servicing or repairs as required
• Complete site rehabilitation duties, including supervision of contractors, filling in sumps, ripping compacted areas, and collar cutting and plugging
• Ensure that all field equipment is stored securely and maintained in good condition.
• Encourage, participate and assist to implement continuous improvement in all work-related activities.

This position will only be offered to those who reside locally to Kalgoorlie or are willing to permanently relocate.  Relocation support can be provided.  The roster is a continuous 9:5 (10-hour day) roster.

We offer a range of benefits; daily transportation to and from the mine site from central Kalgoorlie, residential living allowance, annual wellness benefit, quarterly performance bonus, candidate referral bonuses, salary packaging options including novated car leasing, personal training budget for both technical and soft skill development, and future opportunities to work interstate and overseas.

About you 

• 3+ years’ experience working in exploration, underground or open pit mining operations is highly desirable but not essential
• Ability to work outside, in all weather conditions, all year round, including the cold of winter to extreme heat in summer is essential
• Current manual drivers licence is essential
• Forklift licence essential
• Good data entry abilities and general confidence with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel)
• Reading and interpreting maps and photographs
• Previous experience using a GPS and Differential GPS Units is highly desirable
• Strong communication skills and a desire to work in an assistant oriented capacity
• High level of organisational and time management skills 
• Be physically fit, with a positive can-do attitude
• Proven commitment to safe working practices at all times

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

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