Apprenticeship EOI

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With a global business we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the Role

As an Apprentice you will gain hands-on experience working within a large-scale mining environment while completing your trade qualification. Under the guidance of experienced tradespeople your responsibilities will include:

• Working a 14/7 roster rotating 7 days and 7 nights with 12-hour shifts
• Assisting with the servicing repair and maintenance of a diverse mobile fleet including CAT 793 16M CAT 6060 Hitachi 1900 & 2500 D10 D65 and other heavy equipment
• Supporting general maintenance activities scheduled servicing breakdown repairs and component change-outs to a high standard
• Learning to source and interpret technical information from manuals technical bulletins OEM documentation and computer-based systems
• Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping within workshops and work areas
• Carrying out pre-start inspections and reporting any defects or safety concerns

About You

To be successful in this Apprenticeship Expression of Interest you will ideally have:

• A strong interest in pursuing a Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter High Voltage Electrical or Boilermaker apprenticeship
• A commitment to working safely and following site health and safety procedures at all times
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced mining environment
• The ability to work effectively within a team and follow instructions from supervisors and tradespeople
• A current C Class drivers licence (HR licence desirable but not essential)
• Previous exposure to mechanical or heavy equipment environments (desirable but not required)

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time positions
• Full camp facilities provided
• Thiess commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options Flights & novated leasing
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank) travel & retail products.
• Referral bonus program

About us

At Thiess we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years we have operated in diverse commodities geologies environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project positioning them for optimal efficiency productivity and cost performance backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

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 allow 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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