ABOUT THIESS 

Started in Australia in 1933, Thiess is a more than 90-year-old, enduring company. Today, we’re a $4 billion world-class, global organization, specializing in sustainable resources solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering and technology consulting. With 12,000 employees and growing, our workforce has the skills, experience, and resourcefulness to realize opportunities, respond to project challenges, optimize solutions and bring lasting value to our clients.   

We’re currently embarking on an exciting journey to a more sustainable future, as we rise to the challenges of climate risk and opportunities abounding in the global energy transition. We recognize the world needs mined commodities to achieve the economic, social and environmental transformation it desires. But the world also needs mining to reset for the future.  North America is an important part of that future, and we’re thrilled to introduce our business, and our unique approach to contract mining, to Salt Lake City and the surrounding Intermountain West region.   

ROLE OVERVIEW 

Thiess is seeking a Senior Mining Estimator to support being awarded new work through the preparation and submission of mining estimates. The successful applicant will be involved in mining tenders across Thiess’ Americas operations. In this role you will provide accurate and innovative estimating services for existing and new customers that deliver the blueprint for operational and financial success. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work directly with Business Development, Senior Proposal and Bid Managers to ensure the estimating strategy aligns with our clients’ requirements 

• Work alongside Mine Planning Engineers to ensure the mine plan is optimized for the recommended installed capacity 

• Work alongside Asset Estimators to value and optimize fleet selection requirements and cost inputs 

• Analyze actual fixed and variable costs for use in tendering pricing 

• Analyze and apply market benchmarks to guide tender pricing 

• Analyze site production performance to determine parameters for use within budgets and tenders 

• Develop accurate tenders that are practically oriented with due consideration to the scope of works 

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Previous experience working in and estimating for open cut operations 

• Proficiency in the application of computer-based estimating systems 

• Strong commercial acumen with prior experience in mining services contracts or long-term project planning roles 

• Understanding of mining principles, design concepts and operations 

• Strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills 

• Strong influencing skills 

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite 

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations 

• Listens and seeks confirmation of understanding 

DESIREABLE SKILLS 

• Ability to communicate professionally in both English and Spanish 

• Key Behavior traits 

• Consistently maintain behaviors that set an example and clearly demonstrate the Thiess values.

• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders 

• Integrity and leadership qualities to encourage employees to embrace a work environment free from discrimination where everyone is included and treated with respect 

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JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Authorization to work lawfully in the USA without sponsorship from Thiess is required. 

EDUCATION  

• Relevant 4-year University degree or qualifications in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Accounting, Surveying or equivalent 

• Experience in lieu of education may be considered 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• This role will be based out of the North American Business Unit in Salt Lake City. 

• This is a hybrid role with a blend of home and office working opportunities, however, during a period of training and for other business needs there may be times when 100% office work is required. 

• Travel domestically in the US and Canada and internationally to South America and Australia will be required at times. 

WHAT WE OFFER 

• A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety 

• Flexible working arrangements (in-office and work-from-home) 

• A permanent position working directly for Thiess, the world’s largest mining services provider  

• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual bonuses 

• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance with 100% premium coverage for the employees and competitively subsidized private health insurance for immediate family  

• 401K retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions  

• Career development and opportunities domestic within the US, and potentially international  

• Leave for all of life’s reasons  

• Possible domestic relocation assistance 

LEGAL DISCLAIMER 

If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.  

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Thiess is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives contact us at +1 (801) 300-1909.