Graduate Mine Engineer - Rotational Programme

About the role

Evolution Mining is recruiting a Graduate Mine Engineer for its Red Lake operation in Northwestern Ontario, where three underground mines and two processing plants sit on a high-grade gold deposit. The graduate joins a two-year rotational development programme with a team that develops safe, practical and executable mine plans across four mining zones, from new to historic orebodies. The position is residential in Red Lake on a 5 days on / 2 days off / 4 days on / 3 days off roster (9.5-hour day).

Key responsibilities

• Take part in underground rotations to understand the mining cycle, equipment and operational constraints.
• Build proficiency in mine planning software, especially Deswik.
• Develop and progressively own mine planning and drill and blast designs, including development, production drilling, charging and backfill plans.
• Maintain accurate drill and blast records, including design updates and daily actuals.
• Work with operations and technical teams to create practical, executable mine plans and support continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a safe workplace through hazard identification, risk management and compliance with site safety procedures and federal/provincial legislation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related engineering discipline, completed within the last two years.
• Valid unrestricted driver's licence.
• Previous underground mining experience through vacation work, internships or similar placements.
• Basic understanding of workplace health and safety systems and procedures.
• Sound understanding of engineering principles, underground mining methods and the mining cycle.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Problem-solving, analytical and organisational skills; strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software and to work independently.
• Exposure to mine planning software is an asset.

What we offer

• Salary of $80,400 to $103,000 CAD, with a bonus structure.
• Relocation assistance and housing provided with a small rental cost to the employee.
• Financial assistance for professional development and training, and a completion bonus of $3,000.