Graduate Metallurgist

About us

From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired by 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 our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us.

About Red Lake

Evolution’s star is rising in Red Lake

At Red Lake, our people have many career and growth opportunities and a bright future. With three underground mines and two processing plants all within the one site, Red Lake is one of the highest-grade gold deposits in Canada. The operational diversity and complexity at Red Lake, along with outstanding exploration potential, opens the door to many career possibilities and highlights working with us.

Located in Northwestern Ontario, we encourage our people to live local in the stunning community of Red Lake, where you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and adventures the region is renowned for. It’s very special that our town and operations are all close by, so it really does feel like one big 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
• Opportunities for financial assistance toward additional professional development and training aligned with your career goals.
• Housing will be provided with a small rental cost to employee
• Completion Bonus of $3,000

About the role

As a Graduate – Metallurgist, you will join our Red Lake Operations on a two-year rotational development program, gaining valuable hands-on experience in mineral processing and metallurgical operations. Working closely with our Plant and Senior Metallurgists, you will help monitor plant performance, provide technical support to the production team, and contribute to achieving gold production targets. You will also assist with metallurgical testing and improvement projects, identifying opportunities to optimize processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance overall plant performance and profitability.

The position will be on a 8 days on/ 6 days off (12 – hour day) roster and will be based residentially in Red Lake, Ontario.

We offer a competitive salary, bonus structure and future growth. The compensation range for this role is $79,300 to $104,000 CAD.

Key result areas in this role include:

• Actively participate and engage in all development activities both on site and with the group office
• Fulfill the requirements of the Graduate Program, including attendance at all formal workshops and webinars, and completion of assignments and deliverables to the designated timeframe
• Actively promote continuous improvement to improve safety, improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs.
• Be proactive in identifying and reporting potential hazards and eliminating risk taking behaviours or actions.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards safety in the workplace and increase safety awareness, implement safety training and promotions, and set an example for others.
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with Evolution Mining values of Safety, Excellence, Accountability, Respect.
• Complete rotations across processing roles (operations, laboratory) and cross functions (mining, geology, maintenance, finance/commercial) as part of professional development
• Monitor and report plant metallurgical performance under guidance of plant metallurgists
• Carryout metallurgical test work and plant trials that are aimed at improving efficiencies and/or costs, and provide technical reports on the findings and recommendations.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly metallurgical accounting and reporting.
• Monitor and ensure that key plant operating parameters remain within target.
• Monitor and ensure that consumption of process consumables remain in line with budget.
• Ensure achievement of budget plant recoveries through agreed metallurgical accounting procedures.
• Provide professional, timely technical advice to mine site personnel as required.
• Maintain a level of competence in all laboratory procedures to enable competent coverage of lab duties if required.
• Monitor and ensure that laboratory results are accurate and delivered on time.
• Understand and comply with Qld Mining and Quarrying Health and Safety Act and Regulations, specifically Section 36 – Obligations of persons generally
• Work within and comply with the Site Safety and health management system
• Understand and comply with Environment protection Act, and know the site Environment management system
• Other duties may be assigned

About you

As a Graduate – Metallurgist, you will have a degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, or a related discipline. Previous work-related experience in a mineral processing environment is considered an asset.

You must have completed your studies in the last two years.

It is also important that you have or can demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety, with the ability to work safely at all times.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across various teams and departments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, with the ability to analyze, interpret, and report on data.
• Familiarity with metallurgical processes, data management systems, and relevant technical software.
• Adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced operational environment.
• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders.
• An interest in developing technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and practical experience within the mining industry.

Closing date: December 31, 2026

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.

We do not utilise artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select job applicants. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

To find out more about us and Red Lake, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application. For more information, please contact [email protected]