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Evolution Mining

Mining Manager – Underground & Open Pit

Evolution Mining

. Lead Northparkes mining operations, providing strategic direction, operational leadership and statutory oversight across underground block cave, sub-level cave and open pit mining.

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeAustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in underground and open pit mining operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence while driving performance and team accountability.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Mining Engineering Manager (MEM) CertificationUnderground Mining Operations LeadershipOpen Pit Mining Methods ExpertiseStakeholder Engagement SkillsSafety Leadership Commitment

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Hard Skills
Block Cave Mining MethodsSub-Level Cave Mining MethodsOperational Performance OptimizationCost Optimization StrategiesStatutory Compliance Management
Soft Skills
Team LeadershipCoaching and MentoringCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsContinuous Improvement Mindset
Certifications & Qualifications
Mining Engineering Manager (MEM) Certification
Industry Keywords
Metalliferous Mining OperationsSafety CultureOperational ExcellenceGrowth OpportunitiesMining Operations Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead Northparkes mining operations, providing strategic direction, operational leadership and statutory oversight across underground block cave, sub-level cave and open pit mining.
  • Lead safe and productive underground and open pit mining operations.
  • Drive operational performance, productivity and cost optimisation across the mining function.
  • Provide leadership, coaching and accountability to a high performing team of mining leaders.
  • Ensure statutory compliance and fulfil the responsibilities of the Mining Engineering Manager (MEM).
  • Influence the successful delivery of future growth opportunities, including the E22 Block Cave Project.
  • Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence.
  • Lead approximately 200 employees.
  • Report to the Manager Operations.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Demonstrated leadership experience within underground and/or open pit metalliferous mining operations.
  • Strong understanding of block cave, sub-level cave and/or open pit mining methods.
  • Current Mining Engineering Manager (MEM) certification, or the ability to obtain certification through mutual recognition
  • Proven ability to lead large teams and deliver operational outcomes safely and efficiently.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and collaboration skills.
  • A commitment to safety leadership, accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work a family friendly 5:2/4:3 roster with 9 hour days.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation support
  • Salary packaging (e.g. novated car leasing, remote area housing)
  • Life insurance and income protection
  • Health insurance
  • Short and long-term incentives
  • Employee share scheme – have a real stake in the company’s success
  • Referral bonuses
  • Attractive parental leave benefits (18 weeks)
  • Recognition program
  • Study assistance
  • Gym visits
  • BP fuel card
  • Attractive rosters
  • Flexible work options – we know flexibility looks different for everyone