HR Advisor

Job Description

Make your mark with Thiess  

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.

About The Role 

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Advisor to provide advice, administrative coordination and operational support to the project and wider HR team at our project in the Bowen Basin - the Olive Downs Complex. This is a site based role with the flexibility to be either FIFO from Brisbane, Drive in Drive Out or Live Locally.

Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres south-east of Moranbah which commenced mining operations in mid-2023. Thiess has been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul (Autonomous), water management and rehabilitation as well as construction of the mine infrastructure.

Working a site based, 5/2, 4/3 roster and reporting to the project HR Manager, your duties will include:

  • Support the delivery of all aspects of the HR plan for the project
  • Partner with key stakeholder groups to manage employee absenteeism, performance and misconduct matters
  • Provide advice and support on policies and procedures, systems, reporting, recruitment, industrial relations, disputes and dismissals
  • Be involved in initiatives to enhance workplace culture and branding
  • Support the site diversity and inclusion initiatives

About You

This role is for someone who has the skills to influence at all levels, and the ability to promote and uphold HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Tertiary Qualification in Human Resources or a related field
  • Human resources experience in a mining, manufacturing or heavy industry (Desirable)
  • Proven years of demonstrated experience in a similar role
  • Strong computer skills including an advanced understanding of the Microsoft Office package
  • High level of oral and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to build strong professional relationships quickly, and use influence positively
  • Effective problem-solving skills
  • Enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

What Thiess Can Do for You 

  • Permanent fulltime position
  • 9 day fortnight
  • Flights provided from Brisbane or local living allowance
  • Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine
  • Salary sacrifice options - novated leasing
  • Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
  • A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products  

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. 

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’ll 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. 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 http://thiess.com/makeyourmark

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com

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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