Job Description

We're looking for a skilled and safety-focused Light Vehicle Mechanic to join our dynamic maintenance team on site. In this role, you'll be responsible for the servicing, diagnostics, and repairs of a range of light vehicles used across our mining operations. You'll play a key part in keeping our fleet running safely and efficiently, contributing to the overall success of our site.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment where your mechanical expertise and commitment to quality work will be highly valued. Whether you're inspecting vehicles, replacing worn components, or responding to breakdowns, your attention to detail and dedication to safety will help keep our operations moving.

As a key member of the Eva Copper Alliance team, you'll be responsible for supporting safe, efficient production across our fleet while working with a high-performing maintenance team,.

- Carry out servicing, repairs, and maintenance of the mobile fleet and associated equipment in line with Thiess maintenance, lubrication, and servicing systems.
- Complete general maintenance tasks, breakdown repairs, scheduled services, and component change-outs to a high standard.
- Source and interpret technical information using OEM manuals, technical bulletins, reference documentation, and computer-based systems.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping in all work areas at all times.
- Provide technical advice and support to maintenance team members and operations personnel as required.
- Conduct technical inspections and prepare job estimations to support planned and reactive maintenance activities.

About the Employer

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.

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.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of defining, building and operating a major mining operation.

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.

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.

Learn more about the Eva Copper Mine Project.

Join us and hone your skills and develop recent ones. Take on big challenges and grow through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.

While this role forms part of the Eva Copper Alliance, employment will be ongoing with Thiess, with recruitment and employment managed by Thiess.

As part of our commitment to supporting local communities,



Thiess actively encourages applications from people living in North West Queensland, including members of the Kalkadoon community and other First Nations peoples. We also welcome applications from individuals who are willing to relocate to the region and become part of the local community.

About Thiess

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.

Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values.

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.

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 safe, included and empowered.

Learn more about working at Thiess.

About the Candidate

To be successful in this role, you are required to have:

- Automotive Trade (Light Vehicle Mechanical) or relevant equivalent
- Current open Driver's Licence
- Experience in vehicle air conditioning systems (desirable)
- Experience in general maintenance, breakdowns, component change-outs, and servicing of light vehicles
- Demonstrated high regard for and commitment to health and safety practices
- Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement

📌 Light Vehicle Mechanic (Australia)
🏢 Live North West QLD
📍 Australia