Mining Geotechnical Engineer

Civil Mine & Quarry Geotechnics; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil Mine & Quarry Geotechnics Pty Ltd (CMQ) is seeking an experienced Mining Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex mine and quarry geotechnical designs and mentor junior staff. You will interpret geotechnical models, manage investigations, and liaise with clients across the resources sector.

You will contribute to risk assessments, ground control strategies, and monitoring programs while ensuring work meets safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of geotechnical experience, preferably in mining/quarrying or heavy civil environments.
• Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics and geotechnical principles.
• Proven ability to interpret geotechnical data and provide practical recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret geotechnical and geological models for mine and quarry design, planning and operations.
• Conduct slope stability assessments and rock mass characterisation.
• Plan and manage geotechnical field investigations (drilling, logging, mapping, sampling).
• Assess geotechnical risks for pit walls, waste dumps, and infrastructure.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, design recommendations, and risk assessments.
• Provide practical geotechnical advice to operators, project teams and contractors.
• Support field activities, inspections, monitoring, and ground condition assessments.
• Contribute to ground control strategies, slope management plans and monitoring programs.
• Manage geotechnical components to deliver on time and budget.
• Liaise with clients, operators, contractors, consultants and regulators.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior staff.
• Contribute to proposals and CMQ’s mining/geotechnical services development.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and CMQ’s health, safety, and quality systems.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Slope stability

Field investigations

Mentoring

Education

Washington Accord accredited Civil or Geotechnical Engineer

Tools

Slide 2

Dips

Swedge

RocPlane

RS2

RS3

Plaxis

Job description

Civil Mine & Quarry Geotechnics Pty Ltd (CMQ) is a growing specialist geotechnical consultancy delivering practical engineering solutions across the civil infrastructure, energy, mining, quarrying and land development sectors.

We work with a diverse client base across Victoria and Australia, supporting projects ranging from major infrastructure and energy developments through to operational mines, quarries and land development projects.

At CMQ, we pride ourselves on being practical, responsive and easy to work with. Our team works closely with clients and project stakeholders to understand the challenges on the ground and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions, backed by a strong commitment to technical quality, safety and professionalism.

As our mining and quarrying portfolio continues to expand, we are looking for an experienced Mining Geotechnical Engineer to join the team and play a key role in growing this part of the business. This is an opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of projects, take ownership of technical outcomes and build strong relationships with clients across the resources sector.

About CMQ

Civil Mine & Quarry Geotechnics Pty Ltd (CMQ) is a growing specialist geotechnical consultancy delivering practical engineering solutions across the civil infrastructure, energy, mining, quarrying and land development sectors.

We work with a diverse client base across Victoria and Australia, supporting projects ranging from major infrastructure and energy developments through to operational mines, quarries and land development projects.

At CMQ, we pride ourselves on being practical, responsive and easy to work with. Our team works closely with clients and project stakeholders to understand the challenges on the ground and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions, backed by a strong commitment to technical quality, safety and professionalism.

As our mining and quarrying portfolio continues to expand, we are looking for an experienced Mining Geotechnical Engineer to join the team and play a key role in growing this part of the business. This is an opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of projects, take ownership of technical outcomes and build strong relationships with clients across the resources sector.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Mining Geotechnical Engineer of between 3 – 8 years' experience to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex mine and quarry geotechnical designs, provide expert technical guidance, and contribute to the successful delivery of mining and quarry projects. As an experienced member of the team, you will play a key role in mentoring junior engineers, managing client relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of geotechnical engineering practice.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and interpret geotechnical and geological models to support mine and quarry design, planning and operations
• Undertake geotechnical design and analysis, including slope stability assessments, rock mass characterisation and excavation stability assessments
• Plan, coordinate and manage geotechnical field investigations, including drilling, core logging, structural mapping, sampling and laboratory testing
• Assess geotechnical risks associated with pit walls, quarry faces, waste rock dumps, stockpiles and other mine infrastructure
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, design recommendations, technical memoranda and geotechnical risk assessments
• Provide practical geotechnical advice to mine and quarry operators, project teams and contractors
• Support operational geotechnical activities, including inspections, monitoring, hazard identification and assessment of changing ground conditions
• Assist with the development of ground control strategies, slope management plans and geotechnical monitoring programs
• Manage the geotechnical components of projects, ensuring deliverables are technically sound, commercially managed and completed on time and within budget
• Liaise directly with clients, mine and quarry operators, contractors, specialist consultants and regulatory authorities
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and support to junior engineers, geologists and field personnel
• Contribute to proposals, project planning and the ongoing development of CMQ’s mining and quarrying geotechnical services
• Ensure work is undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation, industry standards, client requirements and CMQ’s health, safety and quality systems

About you

• Washington Accord accredited Civil or Geotechnical Engineer
• Minimum of three years’ relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, preferably within mining, quarrying or heavy civil environments
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering principles
• Practical experience in geotechnical analysis, slope stability assessment and rock mass characterisation
• Experience in using analysis, design and problem-solving software such as Slide 2, Dips, Swedge, Rocplane etc.
• Experience in Finite Element Analysis and modelling packages such as RS2, RS3, or Plaxis
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and engineering judgement skills, with the ability to develop practical and proportionate solutions
• Strong time management experience
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate technical findings and recommendations to clients and operational personnel
• Australian Drivers Licence