Site Engineer

North West Queensland; Cloncurry Shire; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2/1 roster

Full camp accommodation onsite

Flights Brisbane or Townsville

Competitive salary package

Ongoing training & development

Safety-first culture

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Thiess is seeking a Site Engineer for the Eva Copper Mine Project in the Cloncurry region, QLD. You will design civil components, work with Senior Engineers, and drive efficient, safe execution of civil works on a major mining project. Roster is 2 weeks on/1 off, with a max-term contract ending October 2027.

You will report to the Project Engineer and contribute to quality, cost control, and continuous improvement across operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in civil construction projects.
• Australian driver’s license (current).
• White Card.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including presentation abilities.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Design civil construction components for permanent and temporary works.
• Collaborate with Senior Engineers to improve processes and clarify design needs.
• Ensure civil operations are executed efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Act as Quality Management Representative.
• Report progress and delays to the Construction Manager.
• Inspect sites to assess compliance and identify improvements.
• Monitor hazards and contribute to safety audits.
• Oversee daily quality control and track production against targets.
• Support continuous improvement of work practices.

Skills

Civil engineering

Communication

Planning & organisation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the project

Working in a strategic Alliance with Thiess and Harmony, you will form part of a collaborative team, driven by shared objectives and values to deliver operational excellence at the Eva Copper Mine Project.

The Alliance will set new benchmarks for safe, sustainable and efficient copper development, supported by commitments to local employment and procurement, new-to-industry and Indigenous workforce development and meaningful engagement in the local community.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of defining, building, and operating a major mining operation.

The Eva Copper Mine Project is located on the traditional lands of the Kalkadoon People in North West Queensland, approximately 75 km north-west of Cloncurry and about 95 km north-east of Mount Isa.

The Project is an iron-oxide copper-gold resource featuring multiple open pits and is poised to become the largest greenfield copper mine in Queensland.

Learn more about the Eva Copper Mine Project.

Join us and hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.

While this role forms part of the Eva Copper Alliance, employment will be ongoing with Thiess, with recruitment and employment managed by Thiess.

As part of our commitment to supporting local communities, Thiess actively encourages applications from people living in North West Queensland, including members of the Kalkadoon community and other First Nations peoples. We also welcome applications from individuals who are willing to relocate to the region and become part of the local community.

The opportunity

Are you highly organised with a passion for Civil Construction? Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated Site Engineers to join our high-performing team at the Eva Copper Mine Project in the Cloncurry region of Queensland, Australia.

As a key member of the Eva Copper Alliance team you will report to the Project Engineer, you’ll be responsible for working collaboratively to deliver high-quality plans and designs for our civil works.

Roster: 2:1 | Location: Eva Copper Project, QLD | Employment Type: Max Term Contract ending October 2027

As the Site Engineer, you will:

• Design civil construction components for both permanent and temporary works.
• Liaise with the Senior Engineers and Civil Superintendent to improve processes and clarify design requirements
• Ensure civil operations are executed efficiently and cost-effectively
• Perform duties as a Quality Management Representative
• Report daily progress, non-compliance issues, and work delays to the Construction Manager
• Conduct regular inspections of job sites to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement
• Actively monitor the work environment to identify and mitigate hazards
• Assist with quality and safety audits
• Implement technical and safety requirements for the project
• Oversee and monitor daily quality control procedures
• Track daily production and ensure adherence to cost and schedule targets
• Actively contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation of work practices.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• 1–2 years of experience in civil construction projects, preferably in a Tailings Storage Facility and/or Mining environment
• A current, valid Australian driver’s licence
• Possession of a White Card
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, with intermediate to advanced skills.

What's on offer

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

• 2/1 roster
• Full camp accommodation provided onsite
• Flights provided from Brisbane or Townsville
• Competitive salary package
• Ongoing training & developmet opportunities
• A strong safety-first culture across all operations, built on care, respect and accountability
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance and travel, plus access to exclusive savings at 750+ everyday retailers across Australia.

About Thiess

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.

Learn more about working at Thiess.