Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Mine & Infrastructure Lead

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Annual performance bonus

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development

Generous paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead investigations and analyses for mining and civil infrastructure projects in North West. You will design geotechnical structures, oversee fieldwork, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a Master's in Geotechnical Engineering, Pr. Eng. with ECSA, and 7+ years of mining-focused experience. Proficiency in GeoStudio, PLAXIS, Slide and Stability is essential. Travel to sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng.
• 7+ years of geotechnical experience with mining exposure.
• Proficiency in GeoStudio Suite, PLAXIS, Slide and Stability software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical investigations for tailings storage facilities, heap leach pads, mine waste dumps, and civil infrastructure.
• Perform detailed geotechnical analyses including slope stability, seepage, consolidation settlement, and seismic hazard assessments.
• Design geotechnical structures such as retaining walls, foundations and embankment dams.
• Prepare geotechnical investigation and design reports and construction monitoring plans.
• Oversee fieldwork and laboratory testing programs ensuring data quality and standards compliance.
• Provide technical advice and mentorship to junior geotechnical engineers and site personnel.
• Collaborate with mining and civil engineers, environmental scientists and project managers.
• Assess and mitigate geotechnical risks in mining operations and infrastructure development.
• Stay current with software and methodologies relevant to mining and infrastructure geotechnical work.
• Ensure compliance with South African legislation, codes of practice and international best practices for tailings management.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Slope stability

Project management

Mentorship

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio Suite

PLAXIS

Slide

Stability

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead investigations and analyses for mining and civil infrastructure projects in North West. You will design geotechnical structures, oversee fieldwork, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a Master's in Geotechnical Engineering, Pr. Eng. with ECSA, and 7+ years of mining-focused experience. Proficiency in GeoStudio, PLAXIS, Slide and Stability is essential. Travel to sites will be required.