Make your mark with Thiess

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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 has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.

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At Thiess, 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 recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: 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 about working at Thiess.

The Opportunity

As Senior Specialist Asset Estimating is responsible for developing and reviewing plant rates and maintenance cost estimates for tenders as required

As the Senior Specialist Asset Estimating, you will:

• Take a lead role within the team in working towards financial goals ​
• Follow and encourage adherence to business processes relevant to their work ​
• Demonstrates a broad understanding of Thiess’ functional structure and commercial interests
• Works autonomously and with minimal oversight to complete most work activities ​
• Provides input and advice to other team members and stakeholders when asked ​
• Builds rapport and strong working relationships across a diverse group of stakeholders
• Listens and communicates clearly to influence stakeholders (verbally and in writing).​
• Actively keeps team members and stakeholders informed of work activities and outcomes
• Understand operational factors that impact the costs that effect overall assets cost
• Liaise with Planning Support to assist with the development of life asset strategies.
• Carry out strategy budget reviews to ensure assets achieve lowest life cycle cost
• Liaise with OEM’s and Thiess content experts to ensure asset rates are in line with most accurate cost
• Review project asset financial results and assist projects with developing and understanding their budgets.
• Carry out periodic and as required adjustment of plant rates on existing projects for break-even results
• Provide asset inputs for the tender build up including but not limited to the following: -
  • Asset Rates ·
  • Asset Labour Rates, Quantities and Organisational Charts
  • Capital Requirements and Timing
  • Cash Flow inputs
  • Mobilisation and Demobilisation Costs
  • Facilities requirements

About you

• Trade Qualified or University Degree from engineering
• 3-5yrs experience in operational role/s
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) Macro/VBA experience would be beneficial
• Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal) are required
  
  

What's on offer

At Thiess, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive - safely, confidently and with opportunities to grow.

Ongoing training & development opportunities.

A strong safety-first culture across all operations, built on care, respect and accountability.

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.

Please click the "apply" button below to apply for this role.

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.