Superintendent, Mining

5 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Thiess Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Lead a Team of the Best
Launched in 2017 as a pioneering greenfield operation, Mount Pleasant Operation has rapidly evolved into a world-class project, setting benchmarks in mining excellence. Our production numbers are increasing and are inviting a new Mining Superintendent become a part of our collaborative team, where your expertise will be vital in shaping the future of our operation.

About The Role
With the expansion to our production crews, Thiess are seeking a Mining Superintendent for a permanent employment opportunity at our Mount Pleasant Operation site in a 5/2 roster.

The workforce has been built up with a focus on developing a strong performance culture. This culture values everyone's contribution equally and is based on providing local opportunities.

In this role, you will:

  • Drive a strong safety culture
  • Lead and develop a strong production team
  • Work with the project leadership group to ensure production targets are met
  • Drive accountability across the production team
  • Mentor and coach supervisors/OCEs
  • Strive for continuous improvement
  • Monitor labour numbers to ensure effective manning and cost effectiveness in production

About You
The successful applicant will have significant experience working in open cut mining at the supervisory level along with:

  • Working knowledge of NSW Work Health and Safety (Mines and Petroleum Sites) Act 2013 and Work Health and Safety (mines and Petroleum Sites Regulation 2014)
  • Knowledge of WHS act & regs
  • NSW OCE essential
  • Mining Engineering Managers Practising Certificate - Highly desirable or working towards gaining the certification
  • Experience and expertise in managing large contract mining teams.
  • Enjoys the challenge of production KPI's and striving to achieve to be the industry benchmark.
  • Works best in a team-based performance philosophy

What Thiess Can Do For You

  • Permanent full-time position
  • Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development
  • Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality
  • Competitive salary
  • Monthly RDO
  • Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

About Us
At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

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 allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

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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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