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About the role
Thiess is currently seeking an experienced High Voltage Electrical Supervisor to join our team at the Olive Downs Complex on an 8/6 day shift roster.
Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres south-east of Moranbah which commenced mining operations mid-2023. Thiess has been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul (Autonomous), water management and rehabilitation as well as construction of the mine infrastructure.
In this newly created position, as our next HV Electrical Supervisor reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, you will play a vital role in supporting our ongoing operations. You will be tasked with ensuring the relevant maintenance is conducted to maximise fleet availability at minimal cost. Your leadership will be pivotal in maintaining a safe, reliable, and productive crew.
In this role, you will:
- Lead, coach, and develop team members, setting clear expectations, monitoring performance, and mentoring others.
- Oversee all aspects of Electrical project delivery, including implementation and maintenance.
- Monitor the availability of electrical site assets to support project KPIs.
- Identify and implement continuous improvements to electrical assets on the project.
- Ensure work is carried out in compliance with safety guidelines, legislative requirements, Thiess company policies, Australian mining procedures, and client specifications.
- Foster and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
About you
- Minimum 4 years’ experience working on HME in a mining environment
- Queensland Electrical Fitter Mechanic Trade Certificate
- S1,S2,S3 & G2
- Extensive post trade experience in high voltage equipment maintenance
- Demonstrate previous supervisory experience with a proven ability to mentor apprentices and tradespeople new to the industry.
- A strong commitment to health, safety, environment and the community
- The ability to work in a high-pressure environment
- Knowledge of relevant mining related legislation
What Thiess can do for you
- Permanent full-time positions
- Lifestyle 8/6 day shift roster
- Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine
- Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
- Salary sacrifice options – flights and novated leasing
- 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 inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.
At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition and developing services to enable sustainable mining.
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’ll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers.
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 enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included, and empowered.
Learn more http://thiess.com/makeyourmark
Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at ******@thiess.com
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.
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.
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The Strong & Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017 principles apply to this position.
