Senior Geotechnical Engineer | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Full-Time

Catalyst Metals Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8:6 roster

Private health cover

Salary sacrifice options

Quarterly bonus

Exposure to growing operation

Supportive leadership

Development opportunities

Job summary

Catalyst Metals Limited in Western Australia is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical engineering activities across underground and surface mining operations on a 8:6 FIFO roster from Perth.

Reporting to the Technical Services leadership team, you will drive ground control strategies, support mine planning, mentor junior engineers and ensure safe, efficient and profitable mining outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Geotechnical, Mining or Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 6-10+ years' experience in underground hard rock geotechnical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rock mechanics, ground support design and ground control management.
• Experience supporting mine planning, production and operational teams.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software including Deswik and the Rocscience Suite.
• Sound understanding of WA mining legislation and safety requirements.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop others.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering activities across underground and surface mining operations.
• Develop, implement and improve ground control strategies, systems and the Ground Control Management Plan.
• Manage geotechnical risks through assessments, investigations, hazard management and performance monitoring.
• Provide technical input to mine design, planning and operational decision-making.
• Oversee ground support design, excavation stability, geotechnical mapping, structural interpretation and seismic monitoring.
• Manage geotechnical data, reporting, QA/QC processes and compliance requirements.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers while promoting geotechnical best practice across the site.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Underground mining

Ground control

Deswik

Rocscience

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

WA mining laws

Communication

Education

Geotechnical/Mining/Civil Eng degree

Tools

Deswik

RocScience Suite

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Permanent Full-time

About Catalyst Metals Limited

Catalyst Metals Limited (ASX: CYL) is an Australian gold mining and development company focused on creating long-term value through sustainable growth.

Our flagship asset, the Plutonic Gold Belt in Central Western Australia, currently produces approximately 85koz of gold annually and is positioned for significant growth over the coming years. Through resource expansion, mine development and operational optimisation, we're building a long-term future across multiple mining centres feeding a central processing hub.

This is an opportunity to join a business where your expertise will have a tangible impact on operational outcomes and future growth.

The Role

At Catalyst Metals, we're entering an exciting phase of growth. With three new mining projects planned across the 40km Plutonic Gold Belt and a strategy focused on expanding production through our existing processing infrastructure, this is a unique opportunity to influence the future direction of a growing multi‑mine operation.

Reporting to the Technical Services leadership team, the Senior Geotechnical Engineer will provide technical leadership across our underground and open pit operations. Working closely with Mining Engineers, Geologists and Operational Leaders, you will drive geotechnical best practice, manage ground control risks, support mine planning and mentor a developing geotechnical team to deliver safe, efficient and profitable mining outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering activities across underground and surface mining operations.
• Develop, implement and improve ground control strategies, systems and the Ground Control Management Plan.
• Manage geotechnical risks through assessments, investigations, hazard management and performance monitoring.
• Provide technical input to mine design, planning and operational decision-making.
• Oversee ground support design, excavation stability, geotechnical mapping, structural interpretation and seismic monitoring.
• Manage geotechnical data, reporting, QA/QC processes and compliance requirements.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers while promoting geotechnical best practice across the site.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Degree qualifications in Geotechnical, Mining or Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 6-10+ years' experience in underground hard rock geotechnical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rock mechanics, ground support design and ground control management.
• Experience supporting mine planning, production and operational teams.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software including Deswik and the Rocscience Suite.
• Sound understanding of WA mining legislation and safety requirements.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop others.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.

Why Catalyst?

• 8:6 roster offering genuine work life balance
• Private Health Cover for employees
• Salary sacrifice options available including novating leasing, airport car parking and more
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme
• Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation
• Supportive and collaborative site leadership team
• Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities

Departing from Perth, you'll fly directly to site, arriving within 90 minutes of departure. Once onsite, you'll be accommodated in a well‑established camp with modern ensuite rooms, Wi‑Fi, gym, pool and recreational facilities.

Catalyst Metals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.