Make your mark with Thiess

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The Opportunity

We currently have an opportunity available for an enthusiastic Mining Supervisor at our Lake Vermont project, located 19kms North of Dysart in Central QLD.

As our next Mining Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to be a part of an already established workforce that is focused on developing a strong performance culture and a culture that values everyone’s contribution equally. You will thrive on meeting all goals and challenges, and act with fairness and integrity in all that you do. 

Working a 7/7 Day/Night shift rotating roster and reporting to the Mining Superintendent, your duties will include:  

• Build and maintain relationships with all stakeholders not limited to but including Technical Services and Maintenance teams
• Manage, report, and investigate all incidents within the mining operation and apply corrective actions at the level of responsibility
• Complete safety observations and critical control audits within own work area against current work procedures
• In conjunction with the Coal Mining Supervisor coordinate work priorities with dispatch and mining coordinators for daily operator allocations
• Execution of weekly plan and be able to highlight any shortfalls within the plan that have the potential to disrupt operations
• Attend the daily production meeting and be able to provide an accurate summary of the previous 24 hrs of production
• Add value and support our "Speak Up" culture, encouraging employees to live out and align with expected behaviours 
• Support and development of operators ensuring competencies are kept up to date and individuals are fully aware of their responsibilities within the workplace

Roster: 7:7| Location: Dysart, Queensland | Employment Type: Permanent

About you

You are a high-achieving Mining Supervisor with previous experience in a similar role. You are committed to driving a high-performing and inclusive team.

• Proven leadership and people management skills within an adaptive team
• Excellent organisational, communication, and presentation skills coupled with approachable and motivational qualities
• Prioritising and problem-solving are second nature
• A solid understanding of the processes involved with open-cut coal mining
• Autonomous haulage and Minestar experience highly regarded

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.

• Help to build on your career, offering diverse opportunities to expand your skill set
• Permanent Full Time – 7/7 lifestyle roster
• Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local, DIDO or FIFO)
• FIFO from Brisbane - Thiess paid flights
• Local Living Allowance available if applicable
• 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.

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.

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