Mining Engineer

## About the Role Our Lake Vermont Project, located 19 km outside Dysart in Central Queensland, is currently seeking an experienced Mining Engineer to join our collaborative Technical Services team on an 8/6 roster. This is one of Thiess’ largest and longest‑running projects. Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, your duties will include: - Development of short-term design plans and schedules for the mining operation. - Assist with the development and improvement of mine planning guidelines for autonomous operations. - Reconciliation of actuals against mine plan, assumptions and benchmarks. - Verify the accuracy of operational data captured. - Analyse operational data and propose improvements. - Assist Senior Engineer in the management of the weekly dig/dump plans in consultation with Mining Superintendents and Supervisors. - Ensure implementation and compliance with the Weekly Plan and site Safety Health and Environmental management systems to ensure safe and sustainable operations. - Assist with the daily, weekly and Monthly reporting against KPIs and budgets. - Assist Senior Engineer in any Mining Engineering tasks as and when required ## About You As a successful applicant, you’ll be a high-achieving, team-focused individual who enjoys delivering results in a dynamic environment. Your exceptional relationship-building skills coupled with your ability to engage and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders will also ensure your success in this role. - Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering - Previous demonstrated experience in an Open-Cut mining environment - Excellent interpersonal skills are essential - Experience with Vulcan or other mine design software. - Scheduling experience (spry or another package) will be highly regarded. - Minestar and autonomy experience will be highly regarded. - A commitment to the best practice of health, safety environment, and community at all times ## What Thiess can offer you: - Competitive salary package + site allowance - 8/6 lifestyle roster - Eligible for Annual Remuneration Review and Discretionary Bonus' - Individual flexibility travel arrangements on offer - FIFO from Brisbane, travel allowance for DIDO employees or regional housing allowance for local living (Dysart) - Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development - 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 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 [Learn more](http://thiess.com/makeyourmark) Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [hiring@thiess.com](mailto:hiring@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. To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or the link below. 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.