Training Coordinator

North West Queensland; Cloncurry Shire; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DIDO / Flights from Brisbane or Towns

Competitive salary

Training & development

Safety-first culture

Discounts

Job summary

Thiess, in partnership with the Eva Copper Alliance, invites applications for a Training Coordinator to support on-site safety and training at the Eva Copper Mine Project in North West Queensland.

You will coordinate gate competency compliance, bookings, inductions, and manage Training Specialists, while maintaining LMS records and site training plans.

Locals DIDO/BIBO flights and strong development opportunities are offered in a safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a large site, complex Training needs analysis.
• Strong administrative skills and experience using online training systems.
• Ability to map training packages to recognised competencies (RII packages).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of site gate competency compliance.
• Manage course bookings, onsite training and inductions.
• Manage a team of Training Specialists and Crew Trainers across the site.
• Manage the site data to ensure compliance with the Learning Management System.
• Create and maintain site training plans.
• Maintain site Training Needs Analysis (TNA) to identify gaps.
• Develop and maintain site training plans with a focus on proficiency-based outcomes.
• Coordinate Emergency Response Team training.

Skills

Site training coordination

Administrative skills

Online training systems

Competency mapping

Heavy equipment experience

Education

Certificate IV Trainer Assessor

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 enthusiastic and driven with a passion for Training and compliance? Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated Training Coordinator 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’ll be responsible for coordination of all functional safety and training issues on site including the maintenance of relevant records and reports.

Roster: 5:2 | Location: Eva Copper, QLD | Employment Type: Permanent

As the Training Coordinator, you will:

• Assist with the management of site gate competency complianc
• Manage course bookings, onsite training and inductions
• Manage a team of Training Specialists and Crew Trainers across the site
• Manage the site data to ensure compliance with the Learning Management System
• Create and maintain site training plans
• Maintaining the site training needs analysis (TNA) to identify gaps between current skill, competency levels and required skill levels in consultation with key stakeholders
• Develop, implement and maintain site training plans with a focus on proficiency-based training outcomes
• Develop, implement and maintain site training plans with a focus on “new to the industry” engagement
• Organise training activities while ensuring adherence to all legislative and Thiess requirements
  Coordination of Emergency Response Team training

About you

To be successful in this role you will require the following:

• Experience in managing a large site, complex Training needs analysis
• Strong administrative skills and experience using online training systems
• Certificate IV Trainer Assessor
• High level computer literacy
• Ability to map training packages to recognised competencies (particularly RII packages)
• Experience with heavy earthmoving equipment (Dump truck, Watercart, Grader, Dozer, Loader, Excavator, Rope Shovel) and/or a Mining Maintenance background will be an advantage

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.

• Locals DIDO/BIBO or Flights provided from Brisbane or Townsville
• Competitive salary package
• Ongoing training & development 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.

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.