Make your mark with Thiess  

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The Opportunity 

Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres South-east of Moranbah and commenced mining operations in early 2023. Thiess has been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full-service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul, water management and rehabilitation as well as the construction of the mine infrastructure

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Geologist, your duties will include:

Managing Pit-to-ROM Coal Quality

This role will be critical in the development and implementation of the grade control management system at Olive Downs Complex. Industry leading, innovative and advanced technologies and techniques will be implemented. This role suits candidates who want to push the boundaries of established mining practices and lead the global mining industry in resource recovery, reconciliation, and management.

Updating & Maintaining the Geological and Run-Of-Mine Models

At Thiess we understand that accuracy in all areas of mine design and scheduling, resource recovery, and ultimately, budgeting begins with precise geological models. You will be responsible for overseeing the acquisition and processing of blast-hole geophysics and strata recognition data, updating structural models using 2D seismic, downhole data, and highwall scans, and updating the Run-Of-Mine Block model incorporating various mining assumptions and logic using Python scripting within the Vulcan Integrated Stratigraphic Modelling suite.

Geotechnical Hazard Management

This role will work with the operations team to monitor and manage geotechnical hazards in line with the Geotechnical Principal Hazard Management Plan.

About you

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a new workforce that is focused on developing a strong performance culture and a culture that values everyone’s contribution equally. You will thrive on meeting all goals and challenges, and act with fairness and integrity in all that you do. 

• Passionate about being part of an industry leading team willing to think outside the box for best practice mining.
• Tertiary qualifications in Geology or similar, complemented by relevant experience working in an operational mining environment, preferably open-cut coal
• A solution-based approach to dealing with challenges
• Strong computer skills preferably including Geological Modelling exposure (Vulcan)
• Ability to think strategically and act decisively
• Solid problem-solving and good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of mine operations regulatory and legislative requirements
• Previous experience in mining geomechanics is highly regarded

What Thiess Can Do for You

• 8 days on 6 days off roster, travelling in work hours
• Flights, Accommodation, and meals provided
• Rental assistance for living local
• Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine
• World-class health & wellbeing programs
• Salary sacrifice options
• A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
• Individual flexibility arrangements on offer – (Live Local, FIFO or DIDO)

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 http://thiess.com/makeyourmark

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.

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