Remote Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Professional development

Global mining projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role focused on mining projects. You will apply advanced rock and soil mechanics, oversee ground support design, and provide expert advice to mine planning and operations teams across global sites.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Ph.D. in Geotechnical/Mining Engineering, at least 8 years of relevant experience, and proficiency with FLAC and RocScience software.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant geotechnical experience with a mining focus.
• Experience in site investigations, laboratory testing analysis, and field instrumentation.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software for stability analysis and modeling (e.g., FLAC, RocScience).
• Knowledge of rock mechanics, soil mechanics, and hydrogeology principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and assessments for mining projects, including underground excavations and surface infrastructure.
• Analyze rock mechanics, soil mechanics, and groundwater conditions.
• Develop and implement geotechnical monitoring programs.
• Design and recommend ground support systems and slope stability measures.
• Provide expert geotechnical advice to mine planning, operations, and design teams.
• Perform numerical modeling and stability analyses using specialized software.
• Review and approve geotechnical designs and construction plans.
• Investigate and report on geotechnical failures or incidents.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in geotechnical engineering and mining practices.
• Mentor and guide junior geotechnical engineers and technicians.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Rock mechanics

Data analysis

Numerical modeling

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

FLAC

RocScience

Field instrumentation

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role focused on mining projects. You will apply advanced rock and soil mechanics, oversee ground support design, and provide expert advice to mine planning and operations teams across global sites.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Ph.D. in Geotechnical/Mining Engineering, at least 8 years of relevant experience, and proficiency with FLAC and RocScience software.