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Manager, Electrical Engineering

Job ID
930904
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Australia - Newcastle, Australia - Singleton, NSW
Categories
Engineering - Other, Mining Maintenance, Supervisory / Management
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Grow your career with Thiess

As a global business, we are proud to offer diverse and rewarding career opportunities. We are committed to Thiess being a company which supports great people to succeed, develop their careers, and feel supported to reach their highest potential. We offer a safe and inclusive work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives and where the capability of our people is key to our success.

 

About The Role

As the Electrical Engineering Manager for the NSW Region, you will be providing statutory supervision across various Thiess sites including Mt Pleasant and Mt Arthur South.  

Additionally, you will: 

  • Develop, supervise, monitor and review the standards and procedures for the installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical plant and installations at the mine.  

  • Develop and maintain the electrical BBRA and EECP for NSW Thiess mining operations and where possible provide consistency across operations. 

  • Supervise the installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical plant and installations at the mines.  

  • Conduct regular audits and inspections on Thiess NSW mining operations.  

  • Review electrical designs being completed for the client on new and modified installations which will be operated under nominated Thiess statutory operating areas, ensuring site standards are being maintained and provide feedback to the designers via the client. 

  • Provide feedback and actions from the Resource Regulator interactions at other projects 

  • Scope and provide guidance in the selection and installation of electrical components and systems. 

  • Assist with project justifications in the areas of technology and electrical modifications for Thiess operations and the client.  

  • Have direct involvement in the delivery of projects as required by Operations Managers across the Hunter Valley Operations.  

  • Identify deficiencies in electrical installations and any provide recommendations for improvement to the client.   

  • Oversee the installation, maintenance and training of technology packages across operations.  

 

About You

  • You will hold a Degree in Electrical Engineer or Advanced Diploma Electrical Engineering and recognized Electrical trades qualification and,

  • Certificate of competence - mine electrical engineer (underground/Open Cut) and,

  • An Electrical engineer practising certificate (coal mines other than underground coal mines) that is in force, or Electrical engineering manager practising certificate (underground coal mines) that is in force, or

  • National Engineering Register - Have evidence of compliance with Australian Engineering Competency Standards Stage 2 in respect of mining operations at a mine and be registered on the National Engineering Register as a professional electrical engineer, an electrical engineering technologist, or an electrical engineering associate.

  • You will have significant Open Cut experience supervising electrical personnel.

  • Knowledge of NSW Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulation 2022, Australian Standards and relevant NSW DII TRGs, MDG's and codes of practice

  • Be a strong communicator and problem solver

 

What Thiess Can Do for You

  • Monthly RDO
  • Help to grow your career, offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
  • World-class health & wellbeing programs
  • 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

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us @ 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.

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