Paste Plant Operator

at Evolution Mining
Published July 7, 2025
Location Kalgoorlie, Australia
Category Other  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

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 Mungari

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 completed, the operational diversity and unique work experience is great for building and uplifting careers. Located in the Western Australia Goldfields, you can choose what suits your priorities. Work an attractive fly-in/fly out (FIFO) roster from Perth or live local and enjoy our close-knit communities and local lifestyles in Kalgoorlie.

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 (i.e. novated car leasing, remote area housing), life insurance and income protection, quarterly performance bonuses, employee share scheme, referral bonuses, recognition program, study assistance, discounted health insurance and local employee benefits.

This roster is 7:7 and a 12 hour day. Residential Kalgoorlie or FIFO from Perth.

About the role

As a Paste Plant Operator, you’ll be ensuring safe and efficient delivery of paste fill to specified locations. Reporting to the Paste Supervisor, you’ll install, maintain, and monitor paste fill reticulation and barricades, keeping operations smooth and safe.

Your day-to-day might include:

Operating the Paste Plant Citec System
Conducting pre- and post-fill inspections
Managing tailings stockpiles
Performing QAQC test work
Troubleshooting and reporting equipment faults
Keeping things clean, safe, and efficient underground
You’ll also be a key player in maintaining environmental and OH&S standards—because safety and sustainability are non-negotiable.

About you

You’re hands-on, safety-focused, and ready to roll underground. You’ve got the experience and attitude to thrive in a fast-paced mining environment.

Current C Class Driver’s Licence
Working at Heights certification
At least 12 months’ experience in underground mining and general mine services
Solid skills in operating heavy-duty equipment and light vehicles
Mechanical aptitude and a knack for troubleshooting
Strong communication, teamwork, and a proactive mindset

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.

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