Associate Geotechnical Engineer (Tailings)
Core
Manage and contribute to geotechnical and tailings projects across the full lifecycle, including design, construction, operations, and closure for mine waste facilities.
Role type
Senior IC geotechnical engineer (tailings and mine waste)
Builds
Tailings Storage Facilities, mine waste facilities, embankments, and water retaining structures
Domain
Mining industry, geotechnical engineering, tailings management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Geotechnical design and analysis, stability assessment, seepage analysis, numerical modelling, site investigation interpretation, technical reporting, project management, mentoring
Preferred skills
Experience with ANCOLD and GISTM guidance, familiarity with geotechnical analysis software (GeoStudio, Rocscience, PLAXIS, FLAC, Muk3D, GoldSim), client liaison, business development support
Technologies
GeoStudio, Rocscience, PLAXIS, FLAC, Muk3D, GoldSim
Responsibilities
Undertake and review geotechnical assessments (stability, seepage, deformation, foundation, seismic); Support design and assessment of Tailings Storage Facilities; Interpret site investigation and monitoring data; Prepare technical reports and design documentation; Manage small to medium projects including scope, programme, and budget; Mentor junior and intermediate engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC