Geotechnical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver open pit slope and waste rock dump designs, including reviews of life-of-mine and 10-year mine plans.
• Lead geotechnical components of scoping, pre-feasibility, and feasibility studies.
• Plan and coordinate geotechnical investigations, integrating geological and hydrogeological data into engineering assessments.
• Undertake and oversee geotechnical modelling, slope stability analyses, and design parameter development.
• Coordinate technical peer reviews and manage responses to review recommendations.
• Identify and assess geotechnical risks associated with mine plans and design modifications, recommending appropriate mitigation measures.
• Develop and review geotechnical monitoring strategies in collaboration with site teams.
• Provide technical support to operations to ensure successful implementation of approved designs.
• Manage work packages to meet project schedules, quality standards, and business objectives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of geotechnical design standards and mentor junior engineers.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in open pit geotechnical engineering, with strong exposure to slope design and stability assessment.
• Demonstrated experience delivering geotechnical studies, managing investigations, and addressing technical review findings.
• Strong understanding of rock mass characterisation, geotechnical domains, and design parameter development.
• Knowledge of groundwater impacts on slope performance, slope monitoring systems, and Trigger Action Response Plans (TARPs).
• Proficiency with geotechnical and mining software, including Rocscience suite or similar modelling tools, GIS platforms, and data analysis applications.
• Strong technical judgement with the ability to evaluate design assumptions, uncertainties, and project risks.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree qualification in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualifications and professional registration (or progress towards registration) will be highly regarded.
• Minimum 5-10 years' experience in geotechnical engineering within the mining sector.