Remote Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining Stability & Risk

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Performance-based incentives

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to contribute to mining and infrastructure projects in Richards Bay and beyond. You will ensure stability and safety of mining structures, slopes, and foundations through rigorous geotechnical analysis and design, providing expert guidance on ground conditions and risk mitigation for surface and underground operations.

The role requires a Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, at least 7 years of mining geotechnical experience, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of geotechnical experience, with mining exposure.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software (GeoStudio, FLAC, RocScience).
• Strong knowledge of field investigation techniques and laboratory testing.
• Experience in risk assessment and management of geological hazards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and site characterization for mining projects.
• Perform stability analyses for slopes, excavations, tunnels, and structures.
• Develop geotechnical design recommendations and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and drawings for geotechnical aspects.
• Provide technical support during construction and operation.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Slope stability

Ground investigation

Risk assessment

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

FLAC

RocScience

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to contribute to mining and infrastructure projects in Richards Bay and beyond. You will ensure stability and safety of mining structures, slopes, and foundations through rigorous geotechnical analysis and design, providing expert guidance on ground conditions and risk mitigation for surface and underground operations.

The role requires a Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, at least 7 years of mining geotechnical experience, and