Vacation Student – Electrical Engineer
Full Time

Launch your career with Evolution Mining

Looking for more than just a summer job?

Join Evolution Mining’s 12-week paid Vacation Program and gain hands-on experience at one of Australia’s leading gold producers. From day one, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals, apply what you’re learning at uni, and contribute to mining operations while building skills that will kick-start your career.

What you’ll gain

• 12 weeks of paid industry experience (December to February)
• Hands-on exposure to electrical systems and mining operations
• Mentoring from experienced professionals and mining industry leaders
• Real projects that make an impact
• Networking opportunities across our operations
• A strong foundation for a future career in mining

About the role

In the vacation student Electrical Engineer role, gain hands-on experience supporting the maintenance, reliability and performance of electrical systems across the mine site.

Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll contribute to projects that help ensure safe, efficient and reliable mining operations.

Some of your work may include:

• Assist with electrical maintenance and improvement projects.
• Support inspections of electrical equipment and infrastructure.
• Analyse electrical performance and reliability data.
• Contribute to troubleshooting and fault-finding activities.
• Assist with project planning, reporting and documentation.
• Work with operational teams to improve equipment reliability and availability.

Program locations

Cowal Gold Operations, NSW

A major gold operation near West Wyalong, with open pit and processing all on one site, the operational diversity is ideal for uplifting careers.

Roster: 5:2/4:3

Included: Subsidised accommodation, flights at the start and end of the program, plus return travel over the festive period.

Ernest Henry Operations, QLD

Ernest Henry is a cornerstone asset in our portfolio. It has high-quality equipment, high standards and great management team. Live local in the close-knit community of Cloncurry.

Roster: 5:2/4:3

Included: Residential housing, site transport, flights at the start and end of the program, plus return travel over the festive period.

About you

We’re looking for motivated students who are curious, hands-on and keen to grow their technical skills.

You’ll be:

• Studying electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• Genuine interest in electrical systems, maintenance or heavy industry.
• A strong problem-solver with analytical thinking skills.
• A confident communicator and team player.
• Willing to live and work in a regional mining environment.
• Hold a valid manual driver’s licence.

Start your next chapter

At Evolution, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values safety, innovation and continuous improvement.

If you’re ready to gain real industry experience, build your network and take the next step towards a career in surveying, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and discover what’s possible.