Make your mark with Thiess

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The Opportunity

Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated Manager Technical Services to join our high-performing team at our future project in East Kalimantan

As Manager Technical Services, you will:

• Support mining operations with identification/implementation of operational improvement opportunities and priorities, programmes, and productivity targets within the mining business;
• Supply of mine planning and engineering training resources to sites as required; and development and implementation of both long-term mine plans and new mine planning technology to meet changing requirements and expectation.
• Lead, organise and provide direction for employees to ensure outstanding performance is achieved in people performance, HSE&Q outcomes and the business results
• Establish/maintain relationship with existing client and stakeholder.
• Identify and prioritise opportunities for operational improvements across site.
• Manage business improvement team to assist with identification and implementation of operational improvements across sites.
• Facilitate liaison with Plant Department to assist in identifying operational related issues which on Plant Department performance.
• Oversee the development of long term (12 months) Mine Plans for projects.
• Supply mine planning and training resources as required.
• Consult with client and operations/Project Manager on long term mine planning requirements.

About you

• Graduated from Tertiary Degree in Mining or Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years previous experience in Managerial role in Technical or Mining Operations role,  preferably have PM experience previously.
• Excellent in mining principles & processes as well as mine design concept and operations
• Awareness of Indonesian Mine operation regulatory requirements.
• Manage internal and external relationships with ability to influence outcomes.
• Drive performance by understanding and developing people and making them accountable
• Certified in POM from Mine and Energy Department
• Proficient in written and spoken Indonesian and English language

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.

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.

Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values.

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.

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.

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com.