About the role
Our Lake Vermont Project, located 19 km outside Dysart in Central Queensland, is currently seeking an experienced Mining Engineer to join our collaborative Technical Services team on an 8/6 roster.
This is one of Thiess' largest and longest‐running projects.
Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, your duties will include:
Development of short‐term design plans and schedules for the mining operation.
Assist with the development and improvement of mine planning guidelines for autonomous operations.
Reconciliation of actuals against mine plan, assumptions and benchmarks.
Verify the accuracy of operational data captured.
Analyse operational data and propose improvements.
Assist Senior Engineer in the management of the weekly dig/dump plans in consultation with Mining Superintendents and Supervisors.
Ensure implementation and compliance with the Weekly Plan and site Safety Health and Environmental management systems to ensure safe and sustainable operations.
Assist with the daily, weekly and Monthly reporting against KPIs and budgets.
Assist Senior Engineer in any Mining Engineering tasks as and when required
About you
As a successful applicant, you'll be a high‐achieving, team‐focused individual who enjoys delivering results in a dynamic environment.




Your exceptional relationship‐building skills coupled with your ability to engage and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders will also ensure your success in this role.
Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering
Previous demonstrated experience in an Open‐Cut mining environment
Excellent interpersonal skills are essential
Experience with Vulcan or other mine design software.
Scheduling experience (spry or another package) will be highly regarded.
Minestar and autonomy experience will be highly regarded.
A commitment to the best practice of health, safety workplace, and community at all times
What Thiess can offer you:
Competitive salary package + site allowance
8/6 lifestyle roster
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
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📌 Mining Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Cimic
📍 Queensland