Pit Technician

Make your mark with Thiess 

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About the role

We are seeking an experienced Pit Technician (Field Builder) to join the Thiess AHS Crew at Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex.

Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres south-east of Moranbah which commenced mining operations in 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.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a new workforce that is focused on developing a strong performance and safety 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 DS NS roster and reporting to the AHS Supervisor, your duties will include:

• Safely conducting efficient operation of Autonomous Haul Trucks (AHT’s) and associated manual loading, hauling and ancillary equipment
• Responsible for the accuracy and verification of the virtual mine model against the physical mine through real time survey via the autonomous haulage system
• Collaborate and communicate with site and project teams and key internal and external stakeholders to meet the projects targets in areas of safety, environment, and production

About you

• Experience in the deployment and field validation of complex technology-based products, Minestar Command and/or Komatsu FrontRunner systems, in a Mining environment
• Previous experience in Autonomous operations highly regarded
• Understanding of network communications and data collection
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Relevant trade certificate, a tertiary qualification in engineering or automation/ mechatronics-related field
• Work in a collaborative team environment
• Valid C Class Driving License

What Thiess can do for you

• Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine
• Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality
• Salary continuance insurance
• Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing  
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
• Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local, FIFO and DIDO)

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.

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

The Strong & Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017 principles apply to this position.