Superintendent, Non Process Infratstructure

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About The Role

Thiess is currently recruiting a Superintendent - 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 Construction Manager, you will provide onsite construction engineering surveillance and management of subcontractors ensuring the safe execution of the Project.

Key responsibilities in this role will include:

• Leading and enforcing Site compliance to all health, safety and environment matters
• Conduct regular job site inspections to assess performance and compliance with project standards.
• Actively monitor the work environment for potential hazards and address risks in timely manner.
• Demonstrating a personal commitment to the HSE Cultural Framework, policies, Critical Risk Controls and HSE Management System requirements and expectations.
• Supervising external multi-discipline Subcontractors and Suppliers including civil, mechanical, structural, electrical disciplines.
• Supervising and developing project engineers within the team
• Liaising with the Senior Project Engineer and Construction Manager
• Coordinate with clients and/or subcontractors to ensure work is carried out in accordance with design drawings, specifications, and scheduled dates.
• Monitoring and driving works to the project schedule to ensure project milestones are achieved
• Preparing and delivering pre-starts and toolboxes
• Determining and coordinating supply and delivery of materials, plant and equipment
• Insuring works carried out are as per the contract and are to relevant Australian and industry Standards.
• Managing internal and external interfaces with contractor/client personnel.
• Perform quality management representative duties.
• Provide daily reports on progress, non-compliance, and any work delays.
• Assist with contract management tasks.
• Contribute to estimating and tendering processes.
• Implement technical and safety requirements for the project.
• Promote and actively participate in and continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.

About You

• Supervisory tickets S1,S2,S3
• G2 risk management, G3 establish & maintain risk management certificates
• Minimum, 5 years' experience in a similar role, working with a tier 1 or 2 construction company.
• Comprehensive understanding of OHS legislation and regulations, including contractual, quality requirements, safety standards, and knowledge of industry construction processes and methodologies.
• Proven experience in successfully delivering multi discipline construction projects >$10M within the resources space
• Demonstrated capabilities to effectively manage and coordinate multiple work crews, both internal and subcontractor, to achieve project aims.
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Demonstrated safety and environmental leadership behaviour and compliance
• Demonstrated success in driving team and subcontractor performance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage relationships with contractors
• Leadership, problem-solving and influencing skills
• Ability to work in a small project team
• Strong attention to detail for quality assurance
• A valid Australian drivers licence.
• Possession of a White Card.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite

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.

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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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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.