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Everyday all around the world Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.
Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow through mentorship collaboration and empowerment.
Thiess is the place to make things happen.
What youll do
Reporting to the Head of Autonomy and Operations Technology this role is responsible for driving data-driven decision-making by managing and delivering cutting-edge data analytics artificial intelligence and reporting platforms. You will lead a team of data professionals and work across internal and external stakeholders to address operational and business challenges while aligning with our strategic objectives.
This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation leveraging technology to shape the future of sustainable mining.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Stakeholder Engagement
Project & Solution Delivery
Performance Risk and Team Management
Continuous Improvement
What Youll Need to Succeed
We are seeking an accomplished professional with extensive experience in data science engineering and analytics combined with a solid background in leadership roles. With at least 10 years of experience in areas such as Data Science Data Engineering Artificial Intelligence Cloud Architecture or Operations Research (and 5 years in senior positions) you will have a proven track record in delivering innovative solutions such as machine learning optimisation models or enterprise-scale data and reporting platforms. Expertise in modern cloud technologies Agile development practices and CI/CD pipelines is crucial while experience in large-scale mining or heavy industry will be highly regarded. Additionally we are seeking someone who can harness their leadership skills to transform data-driven strategies into measurable outcomes.
To succeed in this role you will need exceptional technical and interpersonal skills. A deep understanding of data science data governance data engineering and business intelligence forms the foundation of your expertise. Youll possess outstanding stakeholder engagement public speaking and leadership abilities with an emphasis on influencing decision-making at all levels. Practical experience with cloud data platforms analytics frameworks DevOps practices and version control systems will drive your success. Finally a demonstrated record of leading multi-disciplinary teams while fostering a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement is critical.
Key Skills and Experience
What we offer
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 better together. 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.
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.
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Applications close: Friday 3 October 2025
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time