Assistant, Technical Services
1 week ago
Make Your Mark With Thiess
Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.
Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.
Thiess is the place to make things happen.
About The Role
An exciting entry level opportunity has arisen at Thiess Mt Pleasant. The Technical Services Assistant is designed for recent school leavers seeking hands-on experience in the mining industry. This structured development role provides exposure across various technical and operational departments, including surveying, geology, planning, operations, and drill & blast. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced professionals and gain valuable industry knowledge, preparing them for further study, apprenticeships, or ongoing employment in the mining sector.
The role will:
- Provide foundational training and exposure to technical services in a mining operation.
- Support recent school leavers in building practical workplace skills.
- Promote safe work practices and an understanding of mine site operations.
- Develop confidence using digital tools, mine systems, and technical equipment.
- Offer career insight into technical mining roles such as mining engineer, surveyor, or geologist.
About You
You're a recent school leaver looking to kick-start a career in the mining industry. You're curious, motivated, and eager to learn through real, hands-on experience. Whether you're interested in geology, engineering, surveying, or simply want to understand how a mine operates day-to-day, you're ready to get involved and give it your best.
What you bring:
- Local to the Upper Hunter Valley Region.
- Can commit to a Monday to Friday work roster.
- Hold a current drivers license.
- A genuine interest in mining, science or engineering.
- Willingness to work outdoors and get involved in physical and technical tasks.
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude toward learning.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
You don't need previous experience—just the right mindset, a readiness to learn, and an interest in exploring where a mining career could take you.
What Thiess Can Do For You
- Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development
- Monday - Friday role
- 12 month Maximum Term Contract
- Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality
- Salary continuance insurance
- 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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