Lead, Asset Estimating

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About The Role

Thiess is seeking a dynamic professional to take the lead in the Asset Estimating division based out of our Head Office in South Bank, Brisbane. Thiess is searching for a talented individual to join our Australia Operations as Lead, Asset Estimating. As the Lead, Asset Estimating, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our projects through your expertise and innovation.

In this role, your leadership will be pivotal in creating a high-performing team at Thiess. You will motivate and mentor team of Asset Estimators, cultivating an environment where collaboration and expertise thrive, ensuring consistent high-quality output. Your strategic direction will provide a clear vision, aligning the team's efforts with Thiess' broader objective.

Additionally, you will:

• Develop and Review: Create plant rates and maintenance cost estimates for tenders, adjust plant rates for existing projects, and analyse project costs for monthly reviews and benchmarking.

• Asset Lifecycle Management: Conduct asset life cycle reviews, considering operating costs, major component cycles, ownership costs, and overhaul requirements.

• Strategic Planning: Provide input into asset selection for new projects based on fleet availability, productivity, reliability, and cost.

• Infrastructure Design: Specify workshop infrastructure design, including tooling and support equipment, for effective maintenance of mobile fleet on existing and new projects.

• Asset Management Support: Assist Operations and asset teams in Asset Management administration processes, including asset setup, movements, and capitalisation.

• Leadership: You will motivate and mentor your team of Asset Estimators by creating an environment where collaboration and expertise can flourish.

About You

You will foster strong relationships across the Asset Estimating team and all relevant stakeholders. Clear, concise, and influential communication is your forte, ensuring seamless collaboration and project success. You are someone who proactively seeks growth and performance input while actively identifying opportunities for improvement. You value integrity, accountability, innovation, and delivery.

Additionally, you have:

• Trade Qualification or University Degree

• Minimum of 1-3 years operational experience working in a similar role/s

• Proficient in MS Office suite

• Macro/VBA experience is beneficial

Please note that this role will be full time, permanent position and applications for this role will close on Monday 12 February 2024.

What Thiess Can Do for You

• Help to build on your career, offering diverse opportunities to expand your skill set

• Flexible working arrangements

• Recently renovated corporate head office located in South Bank, Brisbane

• Health & wellbeing programs

• On-site gymnasium

• A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products

About Us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

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

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us @ hiring@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.

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or the link below.

How to apply

Applications close

12 Feb 2024 E. Australia Standard Time