Mining Supervisor

Pageup; Cosmo Newbery; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Ongoing training & development

Strong safety-first culture

Job summary

Thiess is seeking a Mining Supervisor to lead open pit load and haul operations at Gruyere Gold Mine, FIFO from Perth. You will supervise daily activity, mentor operators, optimise fleet, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across a large-scale operation.

Reporting to the Mining Superintendent, you will drive production targets, coordinate with planning and maintenance teams, and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Mining Supervisor or similar leadership role in open pit mining.
• Strong knowledge of load and haul production activities.
• Experience leading large mining crews and developing high-performing teams.
• Understanding of mine planning principles and fleet optimisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Proven commitment to safety leadership and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily load and haul activities to meet production targets.
• Lead and mentor a team of operators and contractors, promoting safe work practices.
• Monitor fleet performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with site safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Mine Planning, Drill & Blast, Maintenance and Technical Services teams.
• Manage shift handovers, workforce allocation and operational reporting.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Foster accountability, teamwork and a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Mining leadership

Load & haul operations

Fleet optimisation

Safety leadership

Stakeholder engagement

C Class Driver's Licence

Team development

Job description

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.

The Opportunity

Join one of Western Australia's premier gold mining operations and play a key leadership role in delivering safe, productive, and efficient load and haul outcomes at the Gruyere Gold Mine.

We are seeking an experienced Mining Supervisor to lead and coordinate day-to-day open pit mining activities, with a strong focus on load and haul operations. Reporting to the Mining Superintendent, you will provide frontline leadership to operators and contractors, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and team performance.

About the role

As a Mining Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing mining activities across a large-scale open pit operation, driving operational excellence and fostering a positive team culture.

Location - Gruyere Gold Mine

Roster - 2:1 roster - FIFO from Perth

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and coordinating daily load and haul activities to achieve production and productivity targets.
• Leading and mentoring a team of operators, fostering safe work practices and operational discipline.
• Monitoring fleet performance and operational efficiencies, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with site safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinating with Mine Planning, Drill & Blast, Maintenance, and Technical Services teams to optimise mining activities.
• Managing shift handovers, workforce allocation, and operational reporting.
• Investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions where required.
• Promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Previous experience in a Mining Supervisor or similar leadership role within an open pit mining environment.
• Strong operational knowledge of load and haul production activities.
• Demonstrated experience leading large mining crews and developing high-performing teams.
• Sound understanding of mine planning principles and fleet optimisation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• A proven commitment to safety leadership and operational excellence.

What's on offer

At Thiess, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive - safely, confidently and with opportunities to grow.

• FIFO from Perth on a 2 weeks on 1 week off roster.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Ongoing training & development opportunities.
• A strong safety-first culture across all operations, built on care, respect and accountability.

Supportive leadership team.

Career development and progression opportunities within a growing operation.

Modern camp facilities with landing strip minutes from the camp.

Range of corporate discounts including health insurance and travel, plus access to exclusive savings at 750+ everyday retailers across Australia.

We are looking for leaders who can drive performance, inspire teams, and contribute to the ongoing success of our mining operation. If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and are passionate about leading safe and efficient load and haul operations, we'd love to hear from you.

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 has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.
Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values .

At Thiess, 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 recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: 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.

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.