Senior Engineering Geologist - Mining & Resources Lead

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra

Income Protection Insurance

Parental and Volunteer Leave

Option to purchase additional annual a

Novated Leasing

Hybrid Working Policy

Social and Mental Well-being Initiates

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is seeking a Senior Engineering Geologist to lead mining and resource projects across Australasia within our multidisciplinary team. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with geotechnical, civil, hydrotechnical, and environmental specialists.

Based in Brisbane, you will work on large-scale investigations from feasibility through construction support, with occasional domestic and international travel.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering Geology/Geoscience (Master's preferred).
• 7-10 years of professional experience in mining and resource projects.
• Experience leading field investigations (geological mapping, borehole logging, drilling supervision).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee engineering geological investigations for mine waste, tailings storage facilities, waste rock storage facilities, water management structures, and other mining infrastructure.
• Plan, supervise, and interpret field programs including drilling, mapping, logging, in situ testing, and monitoring.
• Provide input into feasibility studies, designs, risk assessments, and operational reviews.
• Analyse geological data and develop models to inform design and operations.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and construction recommendations.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, civil, hydrotechnical, environmental).
• Manage project tasks, budgets, schedules, and client deliverables.
• Mentor junior geologists and engineers.
• Build and maintain client relationships through technical excellence and delivery.

Skills

Engineering Geology

Field investigations

Geotechnical data

Client engagement

Mentoring staff

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Geology/Geoscience

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is seeking a Senior Engineering Geologist to lead mining and resource projects across Australasia within our multidisciplinary team. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with geotechnical, civil, hydrotechnical, and environmental specialists.

Based in Brisbane, you will work on large-scale investigations from feasibility through construction support, with occasional domestic and international travel.