Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Golding; Kingaroy; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Golding is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer for the Meandu Mine near Kingaroy to lead geotechnical support for mining operations, ensuring stability and safety. You will design, monitor, and manage slopes, dumps, and ground control, reporting to Technical Services Manager.

The role is offered as a DIDO or residential position on a 9-day fortnight roster, with accommodation provided and opportunities to mentor junior engineers while collaborating with operations and external

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in open-cut mining, preferably coal.
• Strong technical capability in slope stability, ground control, and geotechnical risk management.
• Proficiency with Rocscience software such as Slide, Phase2, and Leapfrog.
• Ability to interpret monitoring data and provide practical, operational recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, safety-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical assessments of pit walls, highwalls, and dump stability.
• Oversee geotechnical inspections, mapping programs, and hazard identification processes.
• Provide senior-level design input for slopes, dumps, haul roads, and ground control strategies.
• Analyse and interpret geotechnical data, including slope monitoring systems and piezometers.
• Develop, review, and maintain TARPs.
• Provide geotechnical guidance to drill and blast design and execution.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, risk assessments, and recommendations for operational teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with operations, planning, and external consultants.

Skills

Slope stability

Ground control

Geotechnical risk management

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Safety-driven approach

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering

Tools

Rocscience Slide

Rocscience Phase2

Leapfrog

Job description

Golding is a successful mining, urban, and civil infrastructure project management services business with operations across Queensland and South Australia. We are reliable, cost-effective, and committed to delivering value through strong partnerships and high-quality outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team at the Meandu Mine near Kingaroy. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will lead geotechnical support for mining operations, ensuring stability, compliance, and continuous improvement across the site. This senior role is pivotal in overseeing the safe and efficient design, monitoring, and management of pit slopes, dumps, and associated geotechnical structures.

This position is offered as a DIDO or residential role on a 9-day fortnight roster, with accommodation provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical assessments of pit walls, highwalls, and dump stability
• Oversee geotechnical inspections, mapping programs, and hazard identification processes
• Provide senior-level design input for slopes, dumps, haul roads, and ground control strategies
• Analyse and interpret geotechnical data, including slope monitoring systems and piezometers
• Develop, review, and maintain Trigger Action Response Plans (TARPs)
• Provide geotechnical guidance to drill and blast design and execution
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, risk assessments, and recommendations for operational teams
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with operations, planning, and external consultants

Capability Requirements

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering;
• Minimum 5 years' experience in open-cut mining, preferably coal
• Strong technical capability in slope stability, ground control, and geotechnical risk management
• Proficiency with geotechnical software such as Rocscience (Slide, Phase2), Leapfrog, and related tools
• Demonstrated ability to interpret monitoring data and provide practical, operationally-focused recommendations
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, safety-driven approach

Why Join Golding?

• Employee-Centric Success: Our achievements are driven by the diverse talents and initiatives of our people
• Core Values: We operate with integrity and honesty, guided by our strong organisational values
• Commitment to Excellence: Safety, environmental stewardship, and quality assurance are at the heart of everything we do

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.