2027 Graduate Program

Make your Mark with Thiess

Everyday, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.

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

Thiess is the place to make things happen.

About the Graduate Program

The Thiess 2027 Graduate Program provides the opportunity to learn, develop and gain exposure to our business and the mining industry, working alongside experienced professionals who will support your learning and development journey.

Whether your passion lies in Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Finance, or Legal and Industrial Relations, our graduate program offers meaningful, hands-on experience and the opportunity to contribute to real projects from day one.

As a Thiess Graduate, you will have access to structured on-the-job training, guided development plans, mentoring and professional development opportunities. Over our two-year program, you will complete up to two 12-month rotations across our coal and minerals mining operations, gaining valuable exposure to different projects, teams and business functions.

The program is designed to help you build technical expertise, develop professional skills and establish a strong foundation for a successful career with one of Australia's leading mining services providers.

As a Thiess Graduate, you will have:

• A motivated mindset and eagerness to learn and grow
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• The ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse teams
• The confidence to adapt to new environments and challenges
• A commitment to Thiess' principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery
• A willingness to relocate to various sites and projects throughout the program

About the Opportunities

As a Graduate, you'll be an integral part of our team, gaining hands-on experience while working alongside experienced professionals across our mining operations and corporate functions.

Through meaningful projects, structured development and on-the-job learning, you'll build technical expertise, develop professional skills and gain valuable exposure to the mining industry. Whether your passion lies in engineering, surveying, finance, legal or industrial relations, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to real business outcomes while building a rewarding career with Thiess.

We are seeking graduates from the following disciplines:

• Surveying
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Finance, Accounting or Commerce
• Law or Industrial Relations

Throughout the program, you'll collaborate with diverse teams, develop a strong understanding of our business and gain practical experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Opportunities are currently available across our QLD & NSW operations and corporate offices. Locations are indicative only and subject to change based on business requirements and program placements.

About You

Our ideal applicant will:

• Be completing or have completed a relevant Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Law, Industrial Relations or a related discipline
• Have demonstrated a Grade Point Average of 4.5 or higher (QLD) or equivalent Weighted Average Mark (NSW)
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills
• Be adaptable, collaborative and eager to learn
• Hold a driver's licence and ability to travel to site where required
• Be eligible for full working rights in Australia upon commencement
• Be free from a bond or commitment to any other employer
• Be willing to relocate to your placement location for the duration of the Program, where required
• Be available to commence in our 2027 intake period

Please note applications for this role will close on Monday 21 September 2026.

What Thiess Can Do for You

• Help to grow your career, offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
• Flexible working arrangements
• World-class health & wellbeing programs
• Salary sacrifice options
• A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products

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 inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition and developing services to enable sustainable mining. 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’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.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. Across Thiess, safety underpins everything we do and 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.

As a global services provider, we acknowledge and respect the history and contributions of First Nations peoples.

We work to create equal opportunities for employment, professional development and career progression, and embed respectful behaviours into our workplaces to create an inclusive culture.

Learn more http://thiess.com/makeyourmark

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com

How to Apply

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.

Please click the “apply” button to apply for this role.

How to apply

Applications close

21 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time