Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Mining & Energy Projects

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Professional development

Northern Cape project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to deliver expert services for mining and energy infrastructure projects around Kimberley. You will assess ground conditions, design stable foundations, and mitigate geological risks for large-scale developments.

Lead geotechnical investigations, analyze soil and rock data, prepare reports and design drawings, and provide field supervision to ensure safety and quality throughout construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization.
• 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience in mining or energy infrastructure.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software PLAXIS, GEO5, and Slide.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage geotechnical investigations including site reconnaissance, borehole drilling and in-situ testing.
• Analyze soil and rock data to determine properties and identify hazards such as slope instability and settlement.
• Design foundations, retaining walls, earthworks and other geotechnical structures for mining and energy facilities.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical reports, recommendations and design drawings.
• Provide expert technical support during construction, including site supervision and quality control.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies and other disciplines to ensure project requirements are met.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Soil mechanics

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

PLAXIS

GEO5

Slide

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to deliver expert services for mining and energy infrastructure projects around Kimberley. You will assess ground conditions, design stable foundations, and mitigate geological risks for large-scale developments.

Lead geotechnical investigations, analyze soil and rock data, prepare reports and design drawings, and provide field supervision to ensure safety and quality throughout construction.