Geotechnical Engineer – Underground Mining (FIFO)

Nearheal; Cloncurry Shire; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee share scheme participation

Quarterly production bonuses

Attractive parental leave benefits (18

weeks)

Recognition program

Study assistance

Discounted health insurance

Flexible work options

Attractive rosters

Live-local incentives and allowances

Job summary

Evolution Mining’s Ernest Henry Operations is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to manage geotechnical risk, support underground stability and partner with operations and technical teams to optimise mining outcomes. The role covers underground inspections, seismic interpretation, data analysis and design reviews.

Based at Ernest Henry Operations, you will contribute to mine planning, audits and continuous improvement, with FIFO options and a strong focus on safety and performance.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Mining or Civil Engineering. Otherwise, a degree in Geological Engineering.
• 3–8 years' experience in mining geomechanics, underground mining or consulting
• Experience in underground or open pit mining
• Knowledge of rock mechanics, ground support systems and geotechnical monitoring
• Experience with geotechnical analysis software and mine planning tools

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage geotechnical risks across underground operations
• Conduct underground inspections and geotechnical assessments
• Collect, analyse and interpret geotechnical and seismic data
• Review excavation designs and ground support requirements
• Support mine planning and sequencing through geotechnical analysis
• Contribute to audits, compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Geotechnical risk assessment

Underground mining

Seismic interpretation

Mine planning tools

Education

Mining or Civil Engineering

Geological Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Mine planning tools

Job description

Evolution Mining’s Ernest Henry Operations is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to manage geotechnical risk, support underground stability and partner with operations and technical teams to optimise mining outcomes. The role covers underground inspections, seismic interpretation, data analysis and design reviews.

Based at Ernest Henry Operations, you will contribute to mine planning, audits and continuous improvement, with FIFO options and a strong focus on safety and performance.