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The Opportunity

Looking for your next opportunity in a technically challenging and operationally focused environment?

Thiess is seeking an experienced Senior Geologist to support our operations across Central Queensland's Bowen Basin. In this role, you will provide geological and technical support to mining operations, working closely with Technical Services, Mining and CHPP teams to ensure coal quality and recovery targets are achieved, geological information is accurately interpreted, and operational objectives are delivered safely and efficiently.

Working as part of a collaborative technical team, you will contribute to coal reconciliation, geological modelling, reporting, and geotechnical support activities while building strong relationships with stakeholders across the operation.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will:

• Provide geological and technical support to mining operations
• Monitor and optimise coal quality, recovery and reconciliation processes
• Ensure geological structures are accurately interpreted and understood to support planning and extraction activities
• Verify geological data and surveyed structural information
• Support geotechnical functions through the provision of accurate geological information
• Assist with end of month reporting and coal reconciliation activities
• Work closely with Mining, CHPP and Technical Services teams to achieve operational outcomes
• Promote a strong safety culture and maintain compliance with all relevant legislation and site requirements

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Geology
• Significant experience in an open cut mining environment
• Strong understanding of geological structures, modelling and data interpretation
• Experience with geological modelling software such as Vulcan or similar
• Sound knowledge of mine planning and scheduling principles
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement

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.

• 5/2/4/3 day shift roster
• Paid flights from Brisbane, or travel allowance, or living local assistance 
• Competitive salary package.
• Ongoing training & development opportunities.
• A strong safety-first culture across all operations, built on care, respect and accountability.
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance and travel, plus access to exclusive savings at 750+ everyday retailers across Australia.

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.

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