Senior Project Engineer - Tailings at Thiess in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

technical analysis

modelling

design review

site investigations

client management

report preparation

Supporting technical analysis, including geotechnical, civil, or hydrological modelling
Engaging with multidisciplinary teams including water, environmental, geotech, and mine planning professionals
Providing mentorship to junior staff and contributing to a culture of technical excellence and collaboration
Supporting or managing client relationships, project delivery, and proposal development
Leading or contributing to site investigations, inspections, and audits
Contributing to or leading the design, assessment, and review of tailings storage facilities and related infrastructure
Preparing high-quality reports, designs, and project documentation

Requirements

stakeholder mgmt

5+ years

tailing dam

safety mgmt

leadership

civil engineering

Confident communicator with solid stakeholder management skills
Brisbane based until January then a 2/1 FIFO roster
Australian work rights are required for this position
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in construction of Tailing Dam (2+ years will be considered)
Ability to manage safety, schedule and cost effectively
Strong focus on governance, reporting and delivery performance
Experience leading or mentoring engineers or supervisors
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent

Benefits

A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
Full camp accommodation provided
Help to grow your career, offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
Competitive package with the eligibility for annual bonus scheme
Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local, FIFO, DIDO, BIBO)
Salary sacrifice options for novated leasing
The flexibility of working within a global mining services provider

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

two employment references
national police check
medical assessment

Company

Overview

80 Years

History of Expertise

The company has accumulated extensive experience and knowledge over decades of operation.

A global leader in mining services, specializing in both open-cut and underground mining operations.
Involved in some of the world’s largest mining projects, providing integrated services from mine development through to operations and rehabilitation.
Expanded globally from its origins in Australia, with a strong presence in regions like Asia, Africa, and South America.
Known for its technical expertise, equipment fleet, and its commitment to delivering projects safely and efficiently.
Works across diverse sectors, including mining, infrastructure, and energy, delivering a wide range of services tailored to each project's needs.
Notable projects include major coal mining operations in Queensland and large-scale infrastructure works in remote areas.
Has adapted to changing market conditions and continuously evolved to maintain its leadership in the industry.

Culture + Values

Discover: Always striving to be better and do better
Accountable: Committed to our promise of performance
Respectful: Thriving through honesty and encouragement
Empowered: Driving change through new ways of working

Environment + Sustainability

85% Vehicles

Hybrid and Electric Fleet

A target to transition 85% of operated light vehicles to hybrid or battery electric by 2030.

25% Emissions

Scope 3 Emissions Reduction

A commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions (related to diesel combustion in the fleet) by 25% by 2035.

21% Reduction

Scope 1 Emissions

Achieved a 21% reduction in Scope 1 emissions in 2023.

>600 ha

Land Rehabilitation

Rehabilitated over 600 hectares of land through Thiess Rehabilitation in 2022.

Thermal coal revenue to be less than 25% by 2027 (on track for 2025)
First Biodiversity Standard in 2022 (no operations within World Heritage Areas)
Water reuse and recycling increased twofold, waste-to-landfill reduced by 27% (2022)
3088 ML water reused/recycled in 2023; 632 ha post-mining land rehabilitated
Portfolio diversification: thermal coal <25% by 2027 and <20% by 2030

Inclusion & Diversity

22.7% Growth

Women’s Participation

Significantly increased women’s participation in the workforce in 2022.

7.5% Representation

Indigenous Workforce

Indigenous employment in Australia reached 7.5% in 2022, up from the previous year.

$38.1M Investment

Indigenous Businesses

Allocated $38.1 million towards supporting Indigenous businesses in 2023.

Global D&I vision: "everyone matters always" / "better together"
Governed by global strategy focusing on gender equality, First Nations peoples, cultural diversity, and inclusive culture
Equal opportunities in employment, professional development, and career progression
Workforce goals include representation of women, Indigenous peoples, culturally diverse people, LGBTIQ+ people, and people with disability

Articles

Careers

Projects

Sustainability

Role

Description

technical analysis

modelling

design review

site investigations

client management

report preparation

Supporting technical analysis, including geotechnical, civil, or hydrological modelling
Engaging with multidisciplinary teams including water, environmental, geotech, and mine planning professionals
Providing mentorship to junior staff and contributing to a culture of technical excellence and collaboration
Supporting or managing client relationships, project delivery, and proposal development
Leading or contributing to site investigations, inspections, and audits
Contributing to or leading the design, assessment, and review of tailings storage facilities and related infrastructure
Preparing high-quality reports, designs, and project documentation

Requirements

stakeholder mgmt

5+ years

tailing dam

safety mgmt

leadership

civil engineering

Confident communicator with solid stakeholder management skills
Brisbane based until January then a 2/1 FIFO roster
Australian work rights are required for this position
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in construction of Tailing Dam (2+ years will be considered)
Ability to manage safety, schedule and cost effectively
Strong focus on governance, reporting and delivery performance
Experience leading or mentoring engineers or supervisors
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent

Benefits

A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
Full camp accommodation provided
Help to grow your career, offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
Competitive package with the eligibility for annual bonus scheme
Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local, FIFO, DIDO, BIBO)
Salary sacrifice options for novated leasing
The flexibility of working within a global mining services provider

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

two employment references
national police check
medical assessment

Company

Overview

80 Years

History of Expertise

The company has accumulated extensive experience and knowledge over decades of operation.

A global leader in mining services, specializing in both open-cut and underground mining operations.
Involved in some of the world’s largest mining projects, providing integrated services from mine development through to operations and rehabilitation.
Expanded globally from its origins in Australia, with a strong presence in regions like Asia, Africa, and South America.
Known for its technical expertise, equipment fleet, and its commitment to delivering projects safely and efficiently.
Works across diverse sectors, including mining, infrastructure, and energy, delivering a wide range of services tailored to each project's needs.
Notable projects include major coal mining operations in Queensland and large-scale infrastructure works in remote areas.
Has adapted to changing market conditions and continuously evolved to maintain its leadership in the industry.

Culture + Values

Discover: Always striving to be better and do better
Accountable: Committed to our promise of performance
Respectful: Thriving through honesty and encouragement
Empowered: Driving change through new ways of working

Environment + Sustainability

85% Vehicles

Hybrid and Electric Fleet

A target to transition 85% of operated light vehicles to hybrid or battery electric by 2030.

25% Emissions

Scope 3 Emissions Reduction

A commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions (related to diesel combustion in the fleet) by 25% by 2035.

21% Reduction

Scope 1 Emissions

Achieved a 21% reduction in Scope 1 emissions in 2023.

>600 ha

Land Rehabilitation

Rehabilitated over 600 hectares of land through Thiess Rehabilitation in 2022.

Thermal coal revenue to be less than 25% by 2027 (on track for 2025)
First Biodiversity Standard in 2022 (no operations within World Heritage Areas)
Water reuse and recycling increased twofold, waste-to-landfill reduced by 27% (2022)
3088 ML water reused/recycled in 2023; 632 ha post-mining land rehabilitated
Portfolio diversification: thermal coal <25% by 2027 and <20% by 2030

Inclusion & Diversity

22.7% Growth

Women’s Participation

Significantly increased women’s participation in the workforce in 2022.

7.5% Representation

Indigenous Workforce

Indigenous employment in Australia reached 7.5% in 2022, up from the previous year.

$38.1M Investment

Indigenous Businesses

Allocated $38.1 million towards supporting Indigenous businesses in 2023.

Global D&I vision: "everyone matters always" / "better together"
Governed by global strategy focusing on gender equality, First Nations peoples, cultural diversity, and inclusive culture
Equal opportunities in employment, professional development, and career progression
Workforce goals include representation of women, Indigenous peoples, culturally diverse people, LGBTIQ+ people, and people with disability

Articles

Careers

Projects

Sustainability