Remote Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Mine Stability

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote working arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to diverse mining projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a mining-focused role. The successful candidate will lead investigations, modeling, and monitoring to ensure stability in underground and open-pit operations, with frequent remote work and periodic site visits in Gauteng.

The role requires a strong background in rock and soil mechanics, design optimization, and communication of complex technical information to diverse audiences. Travel to mine sites throughout South Africa is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Mining Engineering with geotechnical specialization.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive geotechnical experience in mining (underground/open pit).
• Proficiency in geotechnical design, monitoring, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations for mining projects including underground/excavations and open pits.
• Develop and implement geotechnical monitoring programs for slope stability and ground support.
• Perform advanced numerical modeling of rock mass behavior and slope stability.
• Advise on mine design, excavation sequencing, and ground support systems.
• Review geotechnical designs/reports from consultants and internal teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and present technical findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Rock mechanics

Soil mechanics

Slope stability analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil or Mining Engineering

Tools

FLAC

RocScience Suite (Phase2, Slide, Unwedge)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a mining-focused role. The successful candidate will lead investigations, modeling, and monitoring to ensure stability in underground and open-pit operations, with frequent remote work and periodic site visits in Gauteng.

The role requires a strong background in rock and soil mechanics, design optimization, and communication of complex technical information to diverse audiences. Travel to mine sites throughout South Africa is expected.