Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Welkom - Mining

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Geotechnical Engineer for opportunities in Welkom, South Africa. You will lead site investigations, analyze soil and rock conditions, and develop design recommendations for foundations, slopes, and earthworks within mining and infrastructure projects.

Require a Master's in Geotechnical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in PLAXIS and GeoStudio. Fieldwork willingness and a valid driver's license are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' professional geotechnical investigation and design experience.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software such as PLAXIS and GeoStudio.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute site investigations, including drilling and sampling.
• Analyze geotechnical data from investigations and lab tests.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and design recommendations for foundations, slopes, and earthworks.
• Assess geological hazards and develop mitigation strategies for mining/construction projects.
• Liaise with clients, project managers and construction teams to provide technical support.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Fieldwork

Report writing

Data interpretation

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

Job description

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Geotechnical Engineer for opportunities in Welkom, South Africa. You will lead site investigations, analyze soil and rock conditions, and develop design recommendations for foundations, slopes, and earthworks within mining and infrastructure projects.

Require a Master's in Geotechnical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in PLAXIS and GeoStudio. Fieldwork willingness and a valid driver's license are essential.