Principal Data Scientist

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. About Group Technical Services Based in Brisbane and working within Evolution's Group Technical Services function, you'll work closely with our operations to solve important technical and operational challenges across the business. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of mining and processing operations in Australia and Canada, applying advanced analytics and emerging technologies to real operational problems and developing solutions that can be scaled across the Group. About the Role The Principal Data Scientist will lead the application of data science, advanced analytics and AI to complex operational and technical problems across Evolution's operations. The problems will be varied and grounded in the operation, from mineral processing and recovery, underground mining and equipment productivity through to asset reliability, predictive maintenance and operational optimisation. You'll work directly with operational and technical subject matter experts to understand problems, test hypotheses and determine the analytical approach most likely to create value. This could include statistical modelling, machine learning, optimisation, simulation, predictive analytics or emerging AI techniques. The focus is on applied problem solving and operational outcomes. A key part of the role will be building the foundations that allow successful solutions to scale. You'll help establish important operational datasets, data definitions and reusable analytical models, while shaping sound approaches to model development, testing, validation and deployment. As a principal, you'll also help pioneer the practical use of AI and emerging analytical techniques to accelerate model development and solve new classes of operational problems across the business. About You You're an experienced data scientist who enjoys solving difficult, real-world problems and seeing your work applied in an operational environment. You combine strong technical capability with curiosity and structured problem solving. You’re comfortable working with engineers, technical specialists and operational teams to understand how a system works, challenge assumptions and translate complex analysis into practical decisions and measurable outcomes. You Most Likely Have Significant experience applying data science, statistics, machine learning or advanced analytics to operational problems, ideally in mining, resources or another asset-intensive industry. Strong capability across multiple analytical and programming languages such as Python, R and SQL. Experience connecting, cleaning and structuring complex operational datasets from systems such as production accounting, metallurgical models, process historians, maintenance systems and equipment data sources. Demonstrated experience developing and validating predictive, diagnostic, optimisation or statistical models that support operational decision-making. Strong structured problem-solving and stakeholder engagement capability, with experience working directly with engineers, technical specialists and operational teams. Experience developing analytical solutions that are repeatable, scalable and maintainable, with an understanding of model validation, data quality and model lifecycle practices. A relevant tertiary qualification in data science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science or another quantitative discipline is expected. Experience in mining operations, mineral processing, metallurgy, maintenance or reliability would be highly regarded, as would experience applying AI, Generative AI, optimisation or simulation to industrial problems. Your Benefits At Evolution, we support, develop and reward everyone who chooses to be a part of our bright future. Your benefits include relocation support assistance, novated car leasing, life insurance and income protection, short term incentives, referral bonuses, recognition program, study assistance, discounted health insurance and wellness days. This role will see you working from our Brisbane office with flexibility options available. We understand that flexible work means something different to everyone and encourage you to have a conversation about what flexibility looks like. 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’re focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. If you’re ready to influence at the highest level and leave a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to be part of a bold team, shaping the future of Evolution. To find out more about us and our Group Office, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/