Thiess
Manager, Mining
Thiess
Manager, Mining
Mining, Resources & Energy / Management
Posted 08/03/2026
Closes 22/03/2026
East Mackay, 4740, Mackay, Queensland
Full time
Not specified
Make your mark with Thiess
Everyday, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.
Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.
Thiess is the place to make things happen.
About the Opportunity
As Mining Manager, you may lead the mining departments and subcontractor teams to deliver on production, safety, and cost objectives. Leveraging your strong technical expertise and proven leadership capability, you will mentor and empower Mining Superintendents and Supervisors to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
This role is critical in ensuring both projects operate efficiently and in alignment with Thiess standards, values, and strategic priorities.
The primary focus of the role is to lead our mining operations teams while championing accountability and integrity by:
- Building and mentoring a strong, collaborative team aligned with Thiess and project objectives
- Safely maximising production and trucking efficiency by embedding correct operating procedures
- Drive a High Performance Culture, and create a positive working environment for employees to Speak Up
- Work collaboratively with site leadership to ensure mine plans and schedules reflect high but achievable targets
- Maintaining a strong focus on budget and production financials, driving cost efficiencies where possible
- Driving continuous improvement by taking an innovative approach to problem solving and embracing technology
- Managing contractual obligations consistently while fostering positive relationships with our client
About you
We are seeking experienced mining professionals who bring:
- Proven leadership experience in open-cut mining operations
- Strong capability in coaching, mentoring and driving team performance
- Sound financial, planning, and operational acumen
- A commitment to safety, integrity and collaborative leadership
- A proactive and solution-focused mindset
What Thiess can do for you
- 9-day fortnight roster (5/2 4/3)
- Permanent, full-time position
- FIFO from Brisbane, DIDO allowance or living out of camp allowance
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice options
- Health and well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
- 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.
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
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.
Register Your Interest
If you are a highly capable mining leader looking to take the next step and contribute across two major operations, we encourage you to submit your Expression of Interest.