Job Description
Working in a strategic Alliance with Thiess and Harmony, you will form part of a collaborative team, driven by shared objectives and values to deliver operational excellence at the Eva Copper Mine Project.
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The Alliance will set new benchmarks for safe, sustainable and efficient copper development, supported by commitments to local employment and procurement, new-to-industry and Indigenous workforce development and meaningful engagement in the local community.
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This is an exciting opportunity to be part of defining, building and operating a major mining operation.
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The Eva Copper Mine Project is located on the traditional lands of the Kalkadoon People in North West Queensland, approximately 75 km north-west of Cloncurry and about 95 km north-east of Mount Isa.
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The Project is an iron-oxide copper-gold resource featuring multiple open pits and is poised to become the largest greenfield copper mine in Queensland.
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Learn more about the Eva Copper Mine Project.
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Join us and hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.
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While this role forms part of the Eva Copper Alliance, employment will be ongoing with Thiess, with recruitment and employment managed by Thiess.
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About Thiess
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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 has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.
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Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values.
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At Thiess, 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.
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We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: 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 secure,



included and empowered.
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Learn more about working at Thiess.
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The opportunity
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Are you a Drill and Blast Supervisor with a passion for precision, operational discipline and high-performing teams? Thiess is seeking a skilled and motivated leader to oversee drill and blast activities at the Eva Copper Mine Project in the Cloncurry region.
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As a key member of the Eva Copper Alliance team, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient and compliant drill and blast operations across multiple open pits — delivering consistent results that align with production targets and Thiess' standards of operational excellence and ensure our workforce meets Thiess and industry standards.
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Working an ***** dayshift only roster and reporting to the Mining Manager, your duties will include:
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Operational Execution
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Execute daily and weekly drill and blast plans, identifying any constraints or deviations that may affect production.
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Ensure drill patterns, blast layouts and charging activities are completed safely, accurately and efficiently.
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Oversee explosive management, including secure storage, handling and compliance with all relevant regulations.
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Safety, Compliance & Reporting
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Lead by example in Thiess' safety culture, completing safety observations and critical control audits.
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Manage, investigate and report all drill-and-blast-related incidents, applying corrective actions within your area of responsibility.
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Conduct pre-blast inspections and ensure statutory and company requirements are adhered to.
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Leadership & Team Development
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Provide guidance, coaching and support to drill and blast operators,



ensuring competencies are maintained and responsibilities understood.
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Foster a positive culture aligned with our "Speak Up" principles and Thiess' values.
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Collaborate closely with Technical Services, Production, and Maintenance teams to support operational alignment.
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Attend daily production meetings and provide accurate summaries of drill and blast performance over the previous 24 hours.
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Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders to optimise planning, execution and continuous improvement.
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About you
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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.
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You will also have:
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Proven experience in drill and blast supervision in open-cut hard‐rock environments.
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Demonstrated leadership and people management capability in an adaptive team.
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Solid understanding of drill patterns, blasting techniques, explosive management and regulatory requirements.
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Strong organisational, communication and presentation skills.
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Ability to prioritise, troubleshoot and make effective decisions under pressure.
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What Thiess can do for you
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At Thiess, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive — safely, confidently and with opportunities to grow.
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We offer:
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Permanent full-time role on a ***** roster
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FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville (other locations considered) with Thiess-paid flights
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Ongoing training & development as part of a modern, high-tech new mine
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Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
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Salary sacrifice options
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Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel and retail
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