Geotechnical Engineer

ROB LAW MAX Recruitment Australia; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for an underground mining operation in Victoria. The position offers a family-friendly roster, career progression, and a supportive culture. Candidates should have a relevant tertiary qualification and at least 4 years of experience in underground metals mining. Enjoy a rewarding career while living in a vibrant regional area close to Melbourne.

Benefits

Family-friendly roster

Supportive workplace culture

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in underground metals mining.
• Strong knowledge of ground support systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and report on geotechnical hazards across the underground operation.
• Conduct underground inspections and instrumentation monitoring.
• Provide ground support recommendations.

Skills

Geotechnical monitoring tools

Solutions-focused approach

Education

Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering

Job description

Overview

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking for a role where you can combine a rewarding underground mining career with a great regional lifestyle?

This is your opportunity to join a well-established underground metals operation entering its next exciting phase of development. You’ll play a key role in geotechnical risk management and stability monitoring—working alongside a committed technical services team and contributing directly to operational excellence.

What’s on offer

• A residential position with a consistent, family-friendly roster—get home every night
• A supportive workplace culture that values safety, collaboration, and innovation
• Be part of a mining business known for its stable leadership and long-term investment in people
• Real career progression—future leadership opportunities in a growing company

Why relocate?

Enjoy the best of regional living just a short drive from Melbourne. This vibrant and historic area is rich in culture, arts, and natural beauty. Spend your weekends exploring local wineries, lush walking trails, museums, festivals, and excellent cafes. With high-quality schools, health services, and affordable housing, it’s an ideal place to raise a family or enjoy a slower pace without compromising on quality of life.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for monitoring, analysing, and reporting on geotechnical hazards across the underground operation. Your day-to-day will include underground inspections, instrumentation monitoring, ground support recommendations, and collaborating with engineers, consultants, and operational teams.

To be successful, you will have

• A tertiary qualification in Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in underground metals mining
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical monitoring tools and ground support systems
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to site-based engineering

This is a career-defining opportunity for a capable engineer seeking professional growth without sacrificing lifestyle.

To learn more, please contact Lara Lovell on 0418 736 014, apply via the link, or email your CV to [e-mail]. All applications will be treated with strict confidence.