Geotechnical Engineer - Underground Ground Control (FIFO)

MMG Limited; Four Ways; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Local allowances for Cloncurry/Mt Isa

Career development opportunities

Safety‑first culture

On‑site accommodation

Job summary

MMG Limited is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to drive ground control strategies and provide expert geotechnical analysis for Dugald River Mine. The role supports safe, efficient mining across challenging environments and is available on a FIFO (Brisbane or Townsville) or DIDO basis from Cloncurry or Mount Isa.

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will apply geotechnical principles to planning and operations, engage stakeholders, and contribute to the mine's sustainable,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil, Geotechnical and/or Mining Engineering or Geology.
• Underground hard rock mining experience preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide geotechnical services to enhance safety and optimize production, including seismic monitoring and drill design reviews.
• Conduct underground inspections, produce ground control designs, and assess stope designs for near- to mid-term planning.
• Develop monitoring systems for rock mass deformation, lead ground control audits, and implement QAQC measures.
• Manage long‑term monitoring and rehabilitation programs for critical infrastructure and collaborate with researchers.
• Collect and interpret geotechnical data including core logging, rock face mapping and instrumentation.
• Design and provide input into backfill plans for mined voids.

Skills

Underground mining

Geotechnical principles

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Seismic monitoring

QA/QC processes

Data interpretation

Education

Geotechnical/Civil/Mining Eng or Geology degree

Tools

Deswik

Rocscience

RS3

IMS

Job description

MMG Limited is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to drive ground control strategies and provide expert geotechnical analysis for Dugald River Mine. The role supports safe, efficient mining across challenging environments and is available on a FIFO (Brisbane or Townsville) or DIDO basis from Cloncurry or Mount Isa.

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will apply geotechnical principles to planning and operations, engage stakeholders, and contribute to the mine's sustainable,