Make your mark with Thiess 

Everyday, 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

You will work closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders, driving innovation in clinical services, medical technology, and health practices to support the health and safety of our workforce globally.

In this role, you will take ownership of health promotion, wellbeing strategies, and the management of key health services, ensuring compliance with health policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, a passion for health and safety innovation, and the ability to manage and improve health programs across multiple regions.

• Lead and support the implementation of health strategies aligned with Thiess' commitment to safety, wellness, and risk management.
• Develop and implement programs to improve physical, mental, and social health parameters.
• Provide oversight for health-based legislative and company processes, ensuring accurate reporting and continuous improvement.
• Foster relationships with health providers and service vendors to deliver efficient and quality health services.
• Monitor and improve systems for health management, including data collection, reporting, and analysis.

About You

Candidates must hold formal qualifications in Occupational Health Management, with an allied health qualification considered highly desirable. Relevant professional certification in health management is also strongly preferred. In terms of experience, a minimum of 5 years in an occupational health role, with a specific focus on health promotion and innovation, is required. Additionally, at least 5 years of experience in medical case management is essential, with a preference for candidates who have worked within the mining or industrial sectors, ideally at both project and corporate levels. Strong technical skills are essential, including expertise in hygiene, risk management, substance monitoring, and familiarity with OHS systems such as AS/NZS 45001 and 45003. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel, is also required, alongside excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, with the ability to drive change within a complex, multi-regional organisation. A demonstrated ability to develop and implement health strategies that align with overall business goals is crucial. Experience in managing health services, vendors, and suppliers to meet organisational needs is essential. The role requires someone with the analytical capability to assess complex health data and trends, applying these insights to improve health outcomes. In addition, candidates must have a solid understanding of workplace health hazards, risk assessment, and the implementation of safety measures, particularly in mining or similar industrial environments. High-level project management and strategic planning skills are also key to success in this role.

Please note that this role will be a permanent position and applications for this role will close at midnight on Wednesday 12 February 2025.

What Thiess Can Do for You

• Help to grow your career, offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
• Flexible working arrangements
• Recently renovated corporate head office located in South Bank, Brisbane
• World-class health & wellbeing programs
• On-site gymnasium
• Salary sacrifice options
• A 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.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.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.

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.

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