ABOUT THIESS
Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 12,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future.
We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries.
Please get to know us better by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values!
ROLE OVERVIEW
Plan, schedule, and assist in the coordination of short to medium term maintenance for all mobile equipment on-site. Plan to Thiess standard or Original Equipment Manufacturer specifications (whichever is greater) to ensure the equipment fleet achieves maximum availability in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems
Supervise and inspect the installation, modification and commissioning of mechanical systems at the company’s facilities
Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs and provide guidance to industrial maintenance crews
Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for industrial construction or maintenance
Supervise technicians, technologists and review and approve, calculations and cost estimates.
Asset cost control – perform regular audit on work order cost code allocation
Team building – share the knowledge of Thiess standard and JDE expectation to ensure that the maintenance activities compliant with the policy
Initiate the reliability program onsite through the establishment of reliability method:
Oil sampling
Equipment breakdown statistic
Equipment, undercarriage and tire condition monitoring
Equipment performance and optimization review, implement the findings to actual maintenance operation
Build relationships with the supplier and make sure the proper support is delivered for Thiess Stobie project through timely manner parts delivery, technical support, and warranty process
Prepare and build parts database
Ensure that all the maintenance expenses align with the plant budget according to the tender and to avoid unnecessary / unbudgeted expenditure
Other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
Familiar with Office 365, including strong Excel skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
A highly organized, motivated, self-starter, who can work with minimal supervision and put an emphasis on safety in the workplace
Knowledge of practices, performance, measures, scheduling tools, and techniques.
Ability to work collaboratively in a high-performing, multi-disciplined, diverse team
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Degree required
5+ years in equipment planning, mining maintenance activities and/or equivalent industrial experience
5+ years’ experience in mobile equipment maintenance in an open mine site is required
Proven ability to build relationships with suppliers/partners to support mining objectives
Minimum 5 experience with planning using JD Edwards and Infomine is required
Minimum 1 year of reporting experience using Power Bi
Minimum 1 year experience using AutoCAD
Common core and supervisor training would be considered an asset
Deep understanding of the relation between work order, inventory, and procurement module in JDE
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (hours may change and will be scheduled in response to operational requirements of the project)
The successful candidate will work onsite at an office adjacent to the open pit project and will be expected to work in cold, snowy, winter conditions from time to time
Must be fluent in the English language
WHAT WE OFFER
A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety
Flexible working arrangements
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
RRSP retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions
Career development and opportunities domestic within Canada, and potentially international
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The salary range for this role is $115,000 to 125,000 CAD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Thiess considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Thiess is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace culture where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and are committed to creating an environment where everyone thrives and is protected from harm.
Thiess is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Thiess is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. Thiess will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Thiess offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by Thiess regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose Thiess as your employer of choice.
We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application deadline: end of business day February 21, 2025 (EST)