Make your mark with Thiess

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About The Role

Our Lake Vermont Project situated 19kms outside of Dysart, in Central Queensland is currently seeking an experienced Surveyor to join our collaborative Technical Services team to work across an 8/6 roster. This project is one of Thiess largest and longest running projects.

Reporting into the projects Senior Surveyor this role will see you:

Set out designs and provide advice to operators to ensure the excavation process complies with the mine plan.
Calculate volumes for EOM claims (coal, waste and topsoil) and to allow accurate analysis of performing or underperforming machines.
Provide accurate and efficient surveys of excavation blocks (roof, floor, heave etc) coal seam roof (and floors if required) to allow for accurate recording of mined waste, coal, overall progress of material mined and remaining volumes
Assist in monitoring high wall stability and maintain records of high wall information as per the Geotechnical Principal Hazard Management Plan (PHMP) and/or Clients request.
Provide comprehensive geospatial information to allow accident investigators to determine influencing factors in an accident, and to complete compliance reports.
Provide data for the creation of statutory plans.
Integrate survey data with information from Mining Engineers, Geologists and other relevant staff (including Client)
Maintain and update the survey digital database and ensure a stable communication and reporting system exists for the storage and transfer of all survey information.
Maintain and ensure calibration of all onsite survey equipment to the required standard.
Maintain and service all onsite surveying equipment to ensure reliability and ongoing operation.

About you

Experience in a Mine Surveying environment
Experience working at a large scale open cut mining operation
Tertiary qualification in surveying or equivalent
Understanding of mining principles, design concepts and operations (particularly their relation to survey activities)
Proficient in relevant survey software including Maptek Vulcan & Point Studio
Proficient in photogrammetry software and techniques
RPAS certified
An ability to link the technical outcomes to financial results
Knowledge of mine operation regulatory and legislative requirements

What Thiess Can Do for You

Permanent full-time position
8/6 lifestyle balanced roster
Site Allowance
Eligible for Annual Remuneration Review and Discretionary Bonus’
Individual flexibility travel arrangements on offer – FIFO from Brisbane, travel allowance for DIDO employees or regional housing allowance for local living (Dysart)
Thiess commitment to ongoing training & development
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

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 and their families 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.

Were creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning supporting our people to contribute to Thiess success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

Well 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. Were focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

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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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