Geotechnical Engineer
Core
Provide specialist geotechnical advice to ensure safe and efficient ore extraction in open pit mining operations by managing ground conditions and risks.
Role type
Senior IC geotechnical engineer (open pit mining)
Builds
Practical mine design solutions and operational safety protocols for gold mining
Domain
Mining (Gold) + Geotechnical Engineering
Required skills
rock mechanics, slope stability analysis, ground control risk management, geotechnical monitoring systems, numerical analysis, pit mapping, technical reporting, contractor management, training delivery
Preferred skills
Deswik software, Rocscience Suite (Slide, Dips, RocFall), slope radar interpretation, open pit mining experience
Technologies
Rocscience Suite, Deswik, slope radar, prisms, piezometers, extensometers
Responsibilities
Monitor and interpret data from slope radar, prisms, piezometers, and extensometers; Conduct routine inspections and investigate geotechnical incidents; Complete stability assessments using empirical, kinematic, and numerical analysis; Prepare monthly technical reports on monitoring and design recommendations; Coordinate geotechnical drilling and investigation programs; Manage contractors and specialist consultants undertaking geotechnical investigations.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC