Cadetship Program
Thiess believes in constantly developing bright minds, passionate innovators and team players. Our Cadetship Program provides a pathway into professional Technical Services careers across our operations.
#About the opportunity
Are you interested in building a long-term career in mining while gaining a tertiary qualification?
Thiess is inviting Expressions of Interest from aspiring professionals who are keen to develop their technical capabilities through our Cadetship Program.
Our Cadetship Program provides a pathway into professional Technical Services careers across our operations. The program supports participants to undertake part-time study while continuing to work, gaining valuable hands-on experience within operational and technical teams.
Through the program, participants may be eligible to receive:
- Support to study part-time while maintaining full time employment
- Reimbursement of approved course fees upon successful completion of subjects
- On-the-job learning and practical industry experience
- Mentoring and professional development opportunities
- Exposure to a range of projects, sites and technical disciplines
- Additional development through initiatives such as the Thiess Graduate Advisor Program, Graduate Development Modules and Graduate Mining Education Series
Cadetship opportunities are typically available within disciplines such as:
- Mining Engineering
- Surveying
- Other technical disciplines, assessed on a case-by-case basis
Program arrangements are tailored to individual circumstances and chosen fields of study. Cadets are generally provided opportunities to gain exposure across different projects, functions and operational environments during their development journey.
#About you
We're interested in hearing from people who:
- Are passionate about developing a career in the mining industry
- Are eligible to enrol, or are currently enrolled, in a relevant tertiary qualification
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to learning and professional development
- Can uphold Thiess' principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery
- Are interested in contributing to the long-term success of Thiess and our operations
Highly regarded:
- Existing Thiess employees
- Locally based applicants
- Family members of Thiess employees
- Current students studying in a relevant discipline
Relevant study pathways may include:
- AusIMM-recognised Bachelor or Associate Degrees in Mining Engineering
- Surveying programs recognised by the relevant state registration authorities
- Other approved technical qualifications relevant to the mining industr
Successful applicants invited into the program will be expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress and ongoing enrolment throughout their studies.
#What Thiess can do for you
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.
- Diverse career pathways and opportunities for advancement
- Flexible working arrangements to support study commitments
- World-class health and wellbeing programs
- Salary sacrifice options
- Corporate discounts, including health insurance, travel and retail benefits
- A supportive and inclusive environment focused on development and growth
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.
Learn more at http://thiess.com/makeyourmark
#Register your interest
By registering your interest, you'll be considered for future Cadetship Program opportunities that align with your experience, location and area of study.
Please submit your Expression of Interest, including your resume and details of your current or intended course of study.
If a suitable opportunity becomes available, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to discuss next steps.
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Launch your career with on-the-job training. At Thiess, you'll be part of a thriving and fast-paced global team at the forefront of transforming sustainability in the mining sector.
Our company is committed to developing and harnessing the power of people. From day one, we'll help you apply what you've learned at university in a real work environment. You'll find Thiess is not only a great launching pad for your career but a place where your contribution is valued and your development is advanced.
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Cadetship Program
Thiess believes in constantly developing bright minds, passionate innovators and team players. Our Cadetship Program provides a pathway into professional Technical Services careers across our operations.