Principal Rock Mechanics Engineer

Cartledge Mining and Geotechnics; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartledge Mining & Geotechnics (CM&G) in Western Australia seeks a Principal Geotechnical & Rock Mechanics Engineer to lead underground rock mechanics work for mining clients across Australia and internationally. The senior role focuses on technical delivery, mentoring and expanding CM&G’s WA presence.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in underground rock mechanics, strong geotechnical design capabilities and open-pit experience.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ underground rock mechanics experience in mining environments.
• Strong capability in underground geotechnical design, ground support design, excavation stability assessment and operational mine support.
• Capability in geotechnical design and mine design software, including three-dimensional stress and deformation analysis.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: provide senior-level geotechnical and rock mechanics consulting services and lead technical assessments, design reviews, due diligence and risk evaluations.
• Business Development and Client Engagement: develop strategic client relationships, identify growth opportunities, and lead proposals and contract negotiations.
• Leadership and Team Development: mentor engineers, foster a culture of technical excellence, and support WA growth.
• Project and Commercial Management: direct project delivery, manage scope, budgets and schedules, and ensure safe, profitable outcomes.

Skills

Technical leadership

Rock mechanics

Mentoring

Client engagement

Geotechnical design

Communication

Problem solving

Open pit geotech (advantage)

Education

Tertiary qualifications in geology, geotechnical engineering, mining engineering or related discipline

Tools

Geotechnical design software

3D stress and deformation analysis

Job description

CARTLEDGE MINING & GEOTECHNICS (CM&G)

Principal Geotechnical & Rock Mechanics Engineer – WA Business Lead

Western Australia

Leadership Opportunity – Technical Excellence, Business Growth and Future Ownership Potential

Cartledge Mining & Geotechnics (CM&G) is seeking a Principal Rock Mechanics Engineer to join our Perth office and play a key role in delivering high-quality underground rock mechanics and geotechnical advice to mining clients across Australia and internationally.

This is a senior technical role suited to an experienced underground rock mechanics engineer who enjoys solving complex mining geotechnical problems, leading technical delivery, mentoring others and contributing to the continued growth of a specialist consulting business.

About CM&G

CM&G provides practical, technically rigorous geotechnical advice to mining companies in more than 25 countries. Our team supports open pit and underground operations, large civil developments, complex commercial projects and applied research work, with a focus on clear advice, trusted relationships and high-quality project delivery.

The Opportunity

Based in Western Australia, you will take a lead role in the delivery of underground rock mechanics and mining geotechnical projects, including technical analysis, numerical modelling, site support, reporting, internal peer review and client engagement. You will also support the development of junior engineers through mentoring, technical guidance and practical knowledge sharing. Experience in open pit geotechnical work will be considered an advantage and highly regarded.

Working closely with executive leadership, you will be responsible for developing client relationships, identifying growth opportunities, mentoring engineers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality technical outcomes across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Provide senior-level geotechnical and rock mechanics consulting services to mining clients.
• Lead technical assessments, design reviews, due diligence’s, and risk evaluations for open cut and underground operations.
• Undertake advanced numerical modelling and engineering analyses.
• Develop innovative and practical solutions to complex geotechnical challenges.
• Review and approve technical reports, studies, and recommendations.
• Maintain the highest standards of technical quality and professional practice.

Business Development and Client Engagement

• Develop and strengthen strategic relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Identify opportunities to expand CM&G's service offering throughout Western Australia and internationally.
• Lead proposal preparation, project scoping, and contract negotiations.
• Represent CM&G at industry events, technical forums, and client engagements.
• Contribute to business planning and strategic growth initiatives.

Leadership and Team Development

• Mentor and develop emerging engineers and technical professionals.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support recruitment and capability development as the WA business grows.
• Promote CM&G's values, professional standards, and client-focused approach.

Project and Commercial Management

• Direct the delivery of projects from inception through completion.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably, and to a consistently high standard.
• Contribute to financial performance through effective project management and client engagement.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong interpersonal and commercial capabilities.

You will ideally bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in geology, geotechnical engineering, mining engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years’ underground rock mechanics experience in mining environments.
• Strong capability in underground geotechnical design, ground support design, excavation stability assessment and operational mine support.
• Capability in geotechnical design and mine design software, including three-dimensional stress and deformation analysis.
• Strong technical report writing, communication and client-facing skills.
• A practical, methodical and technically rigorous approach to problem solving.
• Genuine interest in mentoring, developing others and contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Open pit geotechnical capability or experience will be considered an advantage.
• Full Australian working rights.

Why Join CM&G?

• Work with a highly experienced specialist geotechnical consulting team.
• Take on technically challenging mining projects across Australia and internationally.
• Join a growing Perth presence with the opportunity to influence capability, systems and client relationships.
• Develop your career in a senior technical role with leadership, mentoring and business contribution pathways.
• Be part of a practical, values-driven business that focuses on quality advice, trusted relationships and professional growth.
• For the right person who demonstrates sustained value to the company, pathways to employee ownership may be available.

A Rare Career Opportunity

This position will appeal to accomplished professionals who combine technical capability with commercial awareness and leadership ambition.

If you are seeking the opportunity to build something meaningful, influence the direction of a growing business, and create a long-term leadership legacy within the mining industry, we welcome your application.

Confidential enquiries are encouraged.