Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Mining & Civil Projects Lead

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical investigations and designs for mining operations and civil infrastructure in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will apply your expertise in soil and rock mechanics to manage projects from inception to completion.

The role requires a Master’s degree, Pr. Eng registration with ECSA, 9+ years of experience, and proficiency with Plaxis, GeoStudio, and Slope/W.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Pr. Eng registration with ECSA is required.
• 9+ years of relevant geotechnical experience, mining and civil sectors preferred.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software like Plaxis, GeoStudio, Slope/W.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and interpret geotechnical investigations for mining and civil projects.
• Perform analyses of soil and rock slopes, foundations, tunnels, and tailings dams.
• Develop geotechnical design reports, specifications, and recommendations.
• Manage project scopes, budgets, and timelines for geotechnical services.
• Supervise junior geotechnical engineers and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with South African standards and international best practices.
• Conduct site inspections and provide construction support for geotechnical aspects.
• Assess risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support business development and client relationship management in Kimberley.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Client communication

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Pr. Eng registration (ECSA)

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Slope/W

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical investigations and designs for mining operations and civil infrastructure in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will apply your expertise in soil and rock mechanics to manage projects from inception to completion.

The role requires a Master’s degree, Pr. Eng registration with ECSA, 9+ years of experience, and proficiency with Plaxis, GeoStudio, and Slope/W.