Engineer, Drill & Blast

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About the role

Were currently seeking a keen and passionate Drill & Blast Engineer to join our high-performing team at the QCoal Northern Huba unique site just an hours drive from the stunning Whitsundays. We are currently seeking a keen and passionate engineer to join our high-performing team at our QCoal Northern Hub; situated a mere 1 hour drive from Bowen and the beautiful Whitsundays. The position offers either FIFO from Brisbane or DIDO from Townsville or Mackay all-the-while working in a positive workplace and getting the opportunity to develop themselves in the mining engineering space.

This role is ideal for someone with a solid understanding of open cut drill and blast best practices and proven experience across the full drill and blast processfrom drill prep through to tie-up and firing. Youll report to the Senior Mining Engineer and work collaboratively to deliver safe efficient and high-quality blasting outcomes in a variety of geological conditions.

We also welcome applications from talented Mining Engineers looking to transition into the drill and blast spaceyoull be supported every step of the way.

If youre looking for a dynamic role where you can build your technical capability be part of a positive supportive workplace and enjoy the lifestyle perks of living by the coast this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Working a 8/6 roster your key responsibilities in this role will include:

• Delivery of day-to-day outputs:
  • Drill prep requirements
  • Drill pattern designs
  • Loading/Blast exclusion maps
  • Load sheets
  • Timing designs
  • Tie-up plans
  • Blast reconciliation
• Providing technical guidance to production supervisors hole dippers and loading contractors
• Collating information into blast packs
• Delivery of the weekly Drill and Blast meeting
• Setup of blast monitoring equipment
• Developing improvements in the Drill and Blast space to deliver good blasting outcomes

About you

• Keen passionate and positive attitude
• Prior experience in open cut drill and blast engineering (approx. 2 years minimum)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Civil or other)
• Experience in Vulcan and ShotPLUS
• Proficient in MS Office
• Experience engaging with relevant Drill and Blast stakeholders
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills
• Willingness to relocate or currently live between Mackay and Townsville
• As part of the application process you will be requested to provide information relating to your right to work in Australia

What Thiess can do for you

• 8/6 Roster
• Fully Furnished unit or share house and access to camp meals and gym
• Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local FIFO DIDO)
• A positive fun and inclusive workplace culture
• Help to grow your career offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
• The flexibility of working within a global mining services provider
• A range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank) travel & retail products
• Salary sacrifice options for novated leasing
• Competitive package with the eligibility for annual bonus scheme

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 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.

Were creating a culture of curiosity knowledge-sharing and continuous learning supporting our people to contribute to Thiess success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

Well 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. Were focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe included and empowered.

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How to Apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition development and a stimulating and satisfying work environment there is no better time to join Thiess.

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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.

How to apply

Applications close

29 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time