Underground Development Leading Hand

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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 Northparkes

At Northparkes, we are known for having innovative, technical and collaborative people. The operations include block caving, sub-level caving and open pit and was the first mine in Australia to use the block cave mining method. We're committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace with a long mine life and a vision of a century of mining together.

Your Benefits

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

This roster is 7:7 and a 12 hour day, dayshift only roster. This role is a residential position within the Parkes local area.

About the role

Are you ready to take the next step in your underground mining career? We're on the lookout for a reliable, safety-focused Leading Hand to support our Development Supervisor in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality underground development activities at Northparkes.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be the go-to person on shift, supporting the crew, coordinating tasks, and keeping things running smoothly underground. You'll play a key part in maintaining our strong safety culture, mentoring team members, and ensuring work is completed to plan.

What you'll be doing:

• Acting as 2IC to the Development Supervisor and stepping up when needed and supporting daily operations.
• Leading by example in safety, housekeeping, and work quality.
• Coordinating development activities including ventilation, ground support, services installation, and logistics.
• Supporting shift planning and task allocation to ensure targets are met.
• Mentoring and coaching crew members to build capability and teamwork.
• Conducting pre-task risk assessments and participating in safety interactions and toolbox talks.
• Liaising with other departments and contractors to ensure smooth execution of scheduled works

About you

You're a reliable team player who's not afraid of hard work and knows your way around underground operations. You've got the tickets, the attitude, and the drive to get the job done.

What we're chasing:

• Based in Parkes or keen to make the move
• Minimum 2–5 years underground mining experience, ideally in development.
• Strong understanding of underground mining processes and safety systems.
• Working at Heights, First Aid, and Security Clearance to handle explosives.
• Proven ability to lead by example and support team performance.
• Solid communication and organisational skills.
• A current "C" Class Driver's Licence.

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. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and 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.   

At Evolution, we're all about progress—on site and in your career. We back our people, we back our communities, and we do things the right way. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of a crew that's going places, we want to hear from you.

To find out more about us and Northparkes, click here  

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