Principal Geotechnical Engineer – Rock Mechanics
Core
Lead delivery of technically complex geotechnical and rock engineering projects for the global mining sector, supporting clients through all stages of the mining lifecycle.
Role type
Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Rock Mechanics)
Builds
Ground Control Management Plans (GCMPs), slope stability assessments, underground excavation designs, and technical reports for mining clients.
Domain
Mining / Geotechnical Engineering
Required skills
Rock mass characterisation, slope stability analysis, underground excavation design, Ground Control Management Plans (GCMPs), project and budget management, technical reporting, due diligence reviews, empirical/analytical/numerical assessment methodologies, stakeholder engagement, mentoring.
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Geologist (CGeol) status, familiarity with SK-1300, NI 43-101, and JORC standards.
Technologies
Rocscience, Itasca packages
Responsibilities
Lead geotechnical and rock mechanics projects; conduct rock mass characterisation and stability assessments; develop GCMPs; manage client relationships and proposals; mentor junior engineers and geologists; prepare technical reports and due diligence reviews; undertake site visits.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities