Make your mark with Thiess 

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Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.

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The Opportunity

Thiess is seeking an experienced Production Coordinator to join our Lake Vermont operation on a 7/7 dayshift-only roster. This key leadership role supports safe, efficient and compliant open-cut coal mining operations through strong coordination, technical guidance and frontline leadership.

The Lake Vermont Project is situated outside of Dysart, in Central Queensland.  This project is one of Thiess’ largest and longest running projects. 

About The Role

Reporting to the Mining Superintendent, you will coordinate daily production activities, ensuring work is executed in line with the mine plan, safety systems, environmental standards and Thiess Mining Principles. You’ll work closely with Operations, Dispatch, Maintenance and Technical Services to optimise performance and support production targets.

The primary functions of this role will see you:

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture in line with SHMS, legislation and Thiess Life Saving Rules
• Coordinate production activities to ensure safe, efficient execution of the mine plan
• Monitor equipment utilisation, dozer push, haul roads and pit conditions to engineering standards
• Identify and manage risks, incidents and non‑conformances, including investigations where required
• Provide technical guidance to Supervisors and operational teams
• Support cost efficiency, quality outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with workforce coordination, performance management and coaching
• Maintain accurate shift reports, inspections and compliance documentation

About you

We are ideally seeking candidates with the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or a related discipline (Desirable but not essential)
• Demonstrated experience in open‑cut coal mining
• Strong understanding of truck, shovel/excavator and dozer operations
• Working knowledge of QLD coal mining legislation
• Experience with Vulcan, Deswik, Spry and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, influence and problem‑solve

What Thiess can do for you

Thiess offers long‑term career development, a strong site culture and the opportunity to work on a high-performing operation. Join a team focused on safety, accountability and delivering results.

Roster: 7/7 Dayshift Only
Location: Lake Vermont Coal Mine, QLD

• Site Allowance
• Eligible for Annual Remuneration Review and Discretionary Bonus'
• Full camp accommodation or local living allowance provided
• Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development
• Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality
• Salary continuance insurance
• Salary sacrifice options – Novated leasing and superannuation  
• 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 and their families – 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.

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

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.