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Asset Estimating Specialist

Job ID
931987
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Australia - Brisbane
Categories
Estimating, Asset Management
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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. 

What you’ll do 

We are seeking an experienced Asset Estimating Specialist to provide critical support to our operations and tenders by:  

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing plant rates and maintenance cost estimates for tenders 

  • Adjusting plant rates on existing projects to achieve break-even result 

  • Analysing project costs for monthly reviews and benchmarking 

  • Completing asset life reviews, considering operating costs, major component cycles, ownership costs and overhaul requirements 

  • Advising on asset selection for new work based on fleet availability, considering productivity, reliability and cost. 

What You’ll Need to Succeed 

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

  • University Degree or trade qualification  

  • 1-3 years’ experience in operational roles  

  • Strong analytical and estimating skills  

  • Proficiency in in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint.) Macro/ VBA experience would be beneficial 

  • Ability to work independently and to collaborate across teams.  

What we offer 

  • Flexible, hybrid work model 

  • Supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous improvement 

  • Opportunity to work with an amazing team on a high impact project   

  • Collaborative, values-led culture with a global reach. 

  • Access to leading-edge technology and systems. 

  • Competitive salary and employee benefits package 

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 better together. 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.  

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

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. 

Please click the “apply” button to apply for this role. 

Applications close: Wednesday 28 January 2026 

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