Remote Senior Geotechnical Engineer | Mining & Infra

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 1,600,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Home office setup allowance

Remote work flexibility

Global project exposure

Profit-sharing potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role focused on mining and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will provide expert geotechnical advice, lead project teams, manage client relationships, and drive business development on international assignments.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in geotechnical fields, 8+ years in mining geotech, and a PE/CEng designation, with strong report writing and remote-work capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field with geotech focus
• 8+ years of progressive geotechnical experience, mining sector preferred
• PE or CEng designation required
• Experience in remote project management and international codes/standards

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations and designs for mining projects (open pits, underground mines, tailings)
• Perform slope stability, seepage, and settlement analyses
• Develop ground support designs for underground excavations and rock mass characterization
• Utilize geotechnical software for numerical modeling (Plaxis, FLAC, Rocscience)
• Prepare geotechnical reports, specifications, and design documentation
• Mentor junior engineers and manage client relationships
• Contribute to business development and proposal writing
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and stay updated on advances

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Technical report writing

Remote work coordination

Education

Master's or PhD in Geotechnical/Civil Eng.

Tools

Plaxis

FLAC

Rocscience Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role focused on mining and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will provide expert geotechnical advice, lead project teams, manage client relationships, and drive business development on international assignments.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in geotechnical fields, 8+ years in mining geotech, and a PE/CEng designation, with strong report writing and remote-work capabilities.