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About the role

Thiess is currently recruiting a Project Engineer- Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) for our Eva Copper Mine Project, located on the traditional lands of the Kalkadoon People, 75 kilometres north of Cloncurry and 95 kilometres north-east of Mount Isa.

This role is being offered as a max-term contract of 12-18months, providing a great opportunity to be part of an exciting new project

We strongly encourage locals in Northwest Queensland, including members of the Kalkadoon community and other First Nations people, to apply for this role on a BIBO basis. Depending on the successful candidate's location, the role can also be offered on a FIFO roster from either Townsville or Brisbane, with on-site accommodation provided.

Reporting to the Superintendent- NPI, you will provide onsite construction engineering support ensuring the safe execution of the Project.

Key responsibilities in this role will include:

- Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure work is carried out in accordance with design drawings, specifications, and scheduled dates.
- Commercially manage subcontractors as head Contractor.
- Monthly claim assessments/review with the Senior Project Engineer.
- Perform quality management representative including witness and hold points for contractors Inspection Test Plans (ITP’s)
- Answering Contractor RFI’s
- Escalation of technical queriers (TQ’s) to the REPQ designer.
- Provide daily reports on progress, non-compliance, and work delays to the project team.
- Conduct regular job site inspections to assess performance and compliance with project standards.
- Actively monitor the work environment for potential hazards and address risks.
- Support Subcontractors with quality requirements and safety audits.
- Assist with contract management tasks.

About you

- Supervisory tickets S1,S2,S3, or ability to obtain
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in civil construction/infrastructure projects, with durations spent in a mining FIFO and NPI environment.
- Minium 1 years’ experience as a Project Engineer
- Ability to work in North Queensland in a Fly in Fly out Roster type, 12 hr days.
- In-depth understanding of OHS legislation and regulations, including contractual, quality requirements, safety standards, and knowledge of industry construction processes and methodologies.
- Experience undertaking walkdowns including QA inspection (Hold Points) with Contractors.
- Erection of Structural Steelwork experience, in particular portal frame structures.
- Basic Mechanical and Electrical engineering services knowledge.
- Possession of a White Card, or ability to obtain one.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, with intermediate to advanced competency.
- Ability to use specific software required for the role. (eg. Autocad)

What Thiess can do for you:

- 2/1 roster
- Full camp accommodation provided
- Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local, FIFO, DIDO, BIBO)
- Help to grow your career, offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
- The flexibility of working within a global mining services provider
- A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
- Salary sacrifice options for novated leasing
- Competitive package with the eligibility for annual bonus scheme

About us

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining.

The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers – is our legacy, and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition, and developing services to enable sustainable mining.

We’re creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess’ success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

We’ll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered. Learn more http://thiess.com/makeyourmark

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at jroach@thiess.com

How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.

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