Group Principal Tailings Engineer — Dams & TSF Leader

Cobrepanama; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company is seeking a Senior Engineer to manage tailings and dam projects. The role requires extensive experience in civil or geotechnical engineering and knowledge of applicable standards. Based in Johannesburg, the position includes approximately 25% international travel. The company offers competitive compensation, a flexible working environment, and is focused on safety and diversity.

Benefits

Highly competitive base compensation

Discretionary bonuses

Long-term share plan

Flexible working environment

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 12+ years of civil/geotechnical engineering experience needed.
• Registered or eligible for Chartered Professional Engineer status.
• Experience in EoR role for TSFs is a must.

Responsibilities

• Improve group alignment to ICOLD and relevant standards.
• Support site conformance to Tailings and Dams Management System.
• Engage with mine sites on tailings and water dams work scopes.

Skills

Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Tailings and Dams Management

Technical Guidance

Risk Assessment

Education

Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Masters or PhD (preferred)

Tools

GeoStudio

Plaxis

FLAC

Job description

A global mining company is seeking a Senior Engineer to manage tailings and dam projects. The role requires extensive experience in civil or geotechnical engineering and knowledge of applicable standards. Based in Johannesburg, the position includes approximately 25% international travel. The company offers competitive compensation, a flexible working environment, and is focused on safety and diversity.