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.

What you’ll do

Reporting to the Regional Health & Safety Manager, you’ll work closely with internal stakeholders across Operations, Projects, HSE, Training, ICT, and the Global HS Team, while also engaging with external industry peers and SMEs.

This role is Brisbane-based, with flexibility available.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage all TAE‑controlled HSE, training and operational documents, ensuring accuracy and currency.
• Apply correct version control, naming conventions and document standards, ensuring only approved documents are accessible.
• Coordinate document lifecycle activities, including reviews, updates, and approvals.
• Audit compliance with QLD and NSW legislative requirements and support project documentation compliance.
• Lead and support regional assurance activities, contributing to corporate audit programs and corrective action management.
• Enhance HS reporting systems and deliver timely, quality data that informs decision‑making.
• Develop and monitor lead and lag indicators, supporting improvements in HS metrics, communications, and reporting platforms (e.g., Power BI).
• Lead strategic HS improvement projects and act as a subject matter expert in ISO45001/AS45001 systems, partnering with leaders and SMEs to drive system improvements.

What you’ll bring

You are an experienced health and safety professional who brings strong technical capability, analytical thinking, and the ability to influence at all levels of an organisation. With a solid understanding of contemporary safety management systems and mining legislation, you’re confident navigating complex documentation, assurance processes, and reporting requirements. You communicate clearly—both in writing and in person—and thrive in collaborative environments where you can partner with stakeholders to drive improvement and embed high‑quality HS systems.

You will bring:

• Degree qualifications in Health & Safety or a related field (desirable).
• At least 5 years’ experience developing and implementing AS/ISO45001‑based management systems.
• Strong working knowledge of Queensland and New South Wales mining legislation.
• Proven experience in HS assurance programs, reporting, data systems and HS communications.
• High‑level communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence presenting and influencing across all levels.

What we offer

• Flexible, hybrid work model
• Supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to work with an amazing team on a high impact project 
• Collaborative, values-led culture with a global reach.
• Access to leading-edge technology and systems.
• Competitive salary and employee benefits package

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 better together. 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.

Please click the “apply” button to apply for this role.

Applications close: Thursday 9 April 2026