Working in a strategic Alliance with Thiess and Harmony, you will form part of a collaborative team, driven by shared objectives and values to deliver operational excellence at the Eva Copper Mine Project.

The Alliance will set new benchmarks for safe, sustainable and efficient copper development, supported by commitments to local employment and procurement, new-to-industry and Indigenous workforce development and meaningful engagement in the local community. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of defining, building and operating a major mining operation. 

The Eva Copper Mine Project is located on the traditional lands of the Kalkadoon People in North West Queensland, approximately 75 km north-west of Cloncurry and about 95 km north-east of Mount Isa. 

The Project is an iron-oxide copper-gold resource featuring multiple open pits and is poised to become the largest greenfield copper mine in Queensland. 

Learn more about the Eva Copper Mine Project.  

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

While this role forms part of the Eva Copper Alliance, employment will be ongoing with Thiess, with recruitment and employment managed by Thiess. 

About Thiess: 

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. 

The opportunity: 

Roster: 2:1 | Location: Eva Copper, Queensland | Employment Type: Fulltime Max Term Contract

An exciting and challenging opportunity exists for an experienced Civil Project Manager to join our Australian Operations team on the Eva Copper Project. This role will play a critical part in the successful delivery of major civil works supporting the development of the project.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for providing strong, visible leadership across all site‑based civil activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project specifications, budget and schedule. You will work closely with construction, engineering and stakeholder teams to drive performance, uphold company values and deliver outcomes aligned with industry best practice.

As a site‑based leader, you will offer adaptable and hands‑on project leadership in a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary environment while championing safety, quality and continuous improvement across the project.

Working a 14/7 roster, your duties will include:    

• Provide ethical, proactive and innovative leadership to project teams, aligning civil delivery with broader project and organisational objectives.
• Lead and manage all aspects of civil construction works, ensuring activities are executed safely, professionally and in compliance with regulatory requirements and company management systems.
• Drive delivery against schedule, cost and quality targets through effective planning, resource allocation, subcontractor management and risk management.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the client, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Foster a strong safety culture, ensuring all civil works are conducted in accordance with WHS legislation, project standards and environmental requirements.

About You

You are a proven Civil Project Manager with extensive experience delivering large‑scale civil works in mining, resources or heavy infrastructure environments. You are passionate about people and safety, commercially astute, and comfortable leading delivery teams through complex, fast‑paced project phases.

You will bring a collaborative mindset and be outcomes‑focused, ensuring client objectives are met through robust systems, clear communication and effective stakeholder engagement.

You will also demonstrate:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience managing major earthworks, infrastructure, drainage, roads, concrete and associated civil scopes on large projects.
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence across multiple stakeholders.
• Proven experience in cost control, contract administration, scheduling and risk management.
• In‑depth knowledge of Queensland WHS legislation and environmental requirements as they apply to large civil construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, assess and manage risk, supported by formal risk management and incident investigation experience.
• A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to streamline processes, audit effectiveness and drive practical solutions on site.

What Thiess can do for you 

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

• Help to build on your career, offering diverse opportunities to expand your skill set
• Permanent Full Time | Max Term Contract – 2:1 roster
• Will be required to stay in camp whilst on roster - (DIDO or FIFO)
• FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville - Thiess paid flights
• Thiess’s commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine
• Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality 
• Salary sacrifice options
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products

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 and the Eva Copper Alliance. 

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.