Geotechnical Technician

Gold Industry Group; Leinster; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue Gold Limited is a high-grade gold mining company in Western Australia seeking a Geotechnical Technician to support routine ground control activities. The role involves QAQC checks on ground support, data collection, and documentation in a busy underground mining environment.

You will work with a skilled geotechnical team providing training and contribute to modelling and analysis through data capture, software entry, and reporting. A C-class WA driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with data entry and Excel spreadsheets.
• Commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Current C Class Western Australian Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• QAQC compliance with Ground Support Elements per Ground Control Management Plan and data capture.
• Complete task observations to ensure site processes are followed and ground support installed correctly.
• Conduct heading inspections of active mining areas and issue corrective actions for non-compliances.
• Prepare the monthly site QAQC report and support performance tracking.
• Collect rock-mass data including geotechnical logging of diamond drill core, underground mapping, and database maintenance.
• Install and maintain Geotechnical Monitoring Systems and manage data collection.
• Assist with data validation and entry into mining/geotechnical software (e.g., MXRAP, Deswik, Rocscience).
• Contribute to continuous improvement through trials of new ground support products or monitoring tech.

Skills

Data entry

Excel

Safety

Quality

Teamwork

Communication skills

C Class WA License

Education

Engineering / Earth Sciences degree or diploma

Tools

mXrap

Deswik

Rocscience

Job description

Bellevue Gold Limited (ASX:BGL)is a high-grade gold mine in Western Australia. The Bellevue mine has a long mine life forecast to produce ~150,000 Au ounces a year.

Underground mining has occurred since late 2020 to establish multiple mining fronts that de-risks production with exploration potential expected to grow the current high-grade resource.

The Bellevue Gold Mine is located approximately 30km north of Leinster township and sits in a major gold and nickel producing district. The Company has a highly skilled management team with a track record of exploration success and development of major gold mines.

Bellevue Gold has achieved its ambitious goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions for the Bellevue Gold Project. This milestone has been underpinned by a sector-leading renewable energy power station, designed to deliver approximately 70-80% renewable energy penetration and support Bellevue’s position as a low-carbon gold producer.

Bellevue Gold’s vision is to be a sustainable gold mining company that creates value for shareholders, benefits local communities, and fosters a thriving workplace. The company is committed to building a high-performance organization that delivers superior shareholder returns, positive ESG outcomes. We seek to foster an energetic and collaborative work culture that attracts and retains exceptional employees.

The focus of this role is to assist the Geotechnical department with routine compliance checks on ground support elements and assist with the collection of rock mass data ahead of time, which is essential for making informed decisions in ground control and mine design. Bellevue Gold has a strong geotechnical team of engineers, who will provide training and guidance to the technician.

Yourmain duties and responsibilities involve assisting the Geotechnical Team in carrying out a range of routine tasks, including:

• Manage QAQC compliance with all Ground Support Elements in accordance with the Ground Control Management Plan, including the capture and maintenance of test data.


• Complete task observations to ensure site processes are followed, and ground support is installed correctly.


• Conduct heading inspections of active mining areas, ensuring ground support standards are met and issuing corrective action plans for non-compliances.


• Prepare the monthly site QAQC report, contributing to performance tracking and continuous improvement.


• Collect rockmass data, including geotechnical logging of diamond drill core, underground mapping, and maintenance of associated databases to support geotechnical modelling and analysis.


• Install and maintain Geotechnical Monitoring Systems and manage associated data collection.


• Assist with data validation and entry into mining and geotechnical software platforms(e.g.,mXrap, Deswik, Rocscience), supporting analysis and reporting.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including trials of new ground support products or monitoring technologies.

Key Skills/Qualifications/Experience

• Familiarity with data entry and excel spreadsheets


• Commitment to safety, quality and teamwork


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Current "C" Class Western Australian Drivers License

Desirable:

• Diploma or degree in Engineering / Earth Sciences


• Previous experience in an underground mining environment, preferably in a geotechnical or geology role


• Familiarity with typical aspects of QA/QC for ground support elements


• Experience with geotechnical monitoring and data collection methods

BGL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and building an organisation which provides equal opportunities for all its employees with the objective of attracting, retaining, and developing a workforce that is representative of the wider community. Further to this, BGL regard engagement, communications, and consultation with the community in which we operate as a core principle to our business. Through our community investment program with local communities and the wider corporate sponsorship programs, Bellevue Gold aim to leave a lasting legacy of improved outcomes in the communities in which we operate.