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Develop and maintain short and medium-term mine schedules to meet production targets and client requirements.
Monitor mining performance against budget and forecast, identifying cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and monthly cost reporting processes.
Track and analyse key mining metrics, including productivity, equipment utilisation, dilution, recovery, and mining costs.
Prepare and review mine designs, haul road layouts, and production plans using mining software packages.
Conduct field inspections and audits to ensure compliance with mine designs, operating standards, and safety requirements.
Complete production reconciliations and provide accurate reporting on mining performance.
Investigate operational variances and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
Liaise closely with Operations, Survey, Geology, and Maintenance departments to coordinate mining activities and optimise outcomes.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to support operational decision-making.
With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.
Develop and maintain short and medium-term mine schedules to meet production targets and client requirements.
Monitor mining performance against budget and forecast, identifying cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and monthly cost reporting processes.
Track and analyse key mining metrics, including productivity, equipment utilisation, dilution, recovery, and mining costs.
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Prepare and review mine designs, haul road layouts, and production plans using mining software packages.
Conduct field inspections and audits to ensure compliance with mine designs, operating standards, and safety requirements.
Complete production reconciliations and provide accurate reporting on mining performance.
Investigate operational variances and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
Liaise closely with Operations, Survey, Geology, and Maintenance departments to coordinate mining activities and optimise outcomes.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to support operational decision-making.
Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
Minimum 3 years' experience in an open pit hard rock mining environment.
Experience in mine planning, scheduling, and production reporting.
Strong understanding of mining cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
Proficiency with industry-standard mine planning software such as Deswik , Vulcan , or similar.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
Sound understanding of open pit mining methods, drill and blast, and production processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced mining environment and build strong working relationships across multiple departments.
Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development
Health & wellbeing rewards program
Salary continuance insurance
Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 90 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.
We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.
Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com
Thiess provides global mining services.
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