Geotechnical Engineer

Sound Mining Projects; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy in the minerals industry is seeking a full-time Geotechnical Engineer for its Johannesburg office. The successful candidate will provide geotechnical design criteria for various projects, needing strong analytical skills and knowledge of international design guidelines. A Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and membership in professional associations are required. The role involves collaborating in a team and utilizing advanced geotechnical software programs.

Qualifications

• Member of professional associations such as SACNASP, ECSA, GSSA.
• Experience in geotechnical assessments and stability analysis.
• Familiar with international design guidelines and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide geotechnical design criteria for open pit and underground projects.
• Conduct ground investigation studies and interpret testing results.
• Perform numerical and empirical modelling for tunnel and portal design.

Skills

Strong analytical abilities

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology or related fields

Tools

Geotechnical software packages (3D)

Job description

Johannesburg, South Africa Sound Mining Services

Sound Mining is a global independent consultancy that provides sound solutions to the minerals industry, with expertise in exploration, modelling, reporting and closure. Our commitment to excellence and integrity sets us apart, and we contribute to the development of communities through regular non-profit contributions.

Role Description

This is a full-time in office position for a Geotechnical Engineer at Sound Mining's offices based in Johannesburg. The Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for providing geotechnical design criteria required for open pit, underground, tunnelling and related projects. We require someone familiar with international design guidelines and technical specifications, soil and rock mechanics, ground investigation studies, interpretation and modelling of in-situ testing and laboratory results, numerical and empirical modelling, tunnel, TMB design, support (lining), portal design and stability analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology or related fields
• Member of professional associations i.e., SACNASP, ECSA, GSSA and have tickets of competency
• Experience in geotechnical assessments and stability analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in geotechnical software packages (3D)