Mining Engineer

1 month ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Thiess Full time
The Opportunity

Thiess is seeking an experienced Production Mining Engineer to join our team on a 8/6 roster at the Olive Downs Complex, a greenfield project located 40 kilometres south-east of Moranbah.

The successful candidate will be responsible for engaging with key production and autonomy personnel to ensure the safe and productive execution of the 2-week mining schedule. They will also be responsible for understanding the key drivers of production performance and communicating to site with the ability to optimise performance based on live data.

The role will involve actively monitoring operational activities and geotechnical conditions and immediately reporting any identified non-compliance or hazards. The successful candidate will also provide accurate inputs to the mine planning process and facilitate daily production meetings with key stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Engage with key production and autonomy personnel to ensure the safe and productive execution of the 2-week mining schedule.
  • Understand the key drivers of production performance and communicate to site with the ability to optimise performance based on live data.
  • Actively monitor operational activities and geotechnical conditions and immediately report any identified non-compliance or hazards.
  • Provide accurate inputs to the mine planning process.
  • Facilitate daily production meetings with key stakeholders.
  • Compile and distribute daily production reports.
  • Create and distribute daily mining plans.
  • Assist Sr Engineer in the management of the weekly dig/dump plans in consultation with Mining Superintendents and Supervisors.
  • Provide support to D&B and Short-Term Design Engineers where required.
  • Mentor and coach graduate Mining Engineers.
  • Foster good working relationships with all internal stakeholders to enhance coordination between departments by maintaining effective communication with relevant personnel.

About You

  • Prior experience working as a Mining Engineer.
  • Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or a related field.
  • Proficient in MS Office and mine design, planning and scheduling packages including Vulcan, Deswik, Spry / XPAC / XACT highly desired.
  • Planning, design and scheduling skills.
  • Well-developed written and oral communication skills.

What Thiess Can Do for You

  • Permanent fulltime position.
  • 8/6 dayshift roster.
  • Flights provided from Brisbane or travel allowance or residential housing assistance.
  • Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine.
  • Salary sacrifice options - novated leasing.
  • Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality.
  • A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

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