Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Mining Projects

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based incentives

Career growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a leading mining-focused engineering firm in Nelspruit. You will lead geotechnical investigations, data interpretation, and design for open-pit slope stability, underground support, and tailings dam projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Geotechnical/Mining Engineering, Pr.Eng. with ECSA, and 8+ years in mining geotechnics, with strong client liaison and travel to Mpumalanga sites.

Formación

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of specialized geotechnical experience in mining applications.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as Slide, Rocscience Phase2, Examine3D, GEO5, or similar.
• Strong understanding of rock mechanics, soil mechanics, and hydrogeology in a mining context.
• Experience with site investigation techniques and laboratory testing interpretation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing capabilities.
• Strong project management and client liaison skills.
• Willingness to travel to remote mine sites as required.
• Experience within Nelspruit and Mpumalanga mining industry is highly desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and manage geotechnical site investigations for mining projects, including drilling, CPT, and geophysical surveys.
• Interpret geological and geotechnical data to assess ground conditions and rock mass properties.
• Conduct detailed slope stability analyses for open-pit mines, considering various failure modes.
• Provide geotechnical input for underground mine design, including tunnel stability and support systems.
• Design and assess the stability of tailings storage facilities and waste rock dumps.
• Develop recommendations for ground improvement, dewatering, and seepage control.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports, including risk assessments and design recommendations.
• Liaise with mine operators, geologists, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Mentor and supervise junior geotechnical engineers and site investigation teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant mining regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.

Conocimientos

Geotechnical engineering

Mining industry experience

Project management

Data interpretation

Report writing

Communication

Educación

Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA

Herramientas

Slide

Rocscience (Phase2, Examine3D)

GEO5

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent engineering firm with a strong presence in the mining sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer for their **Nelspruit** office. This role is crucial for providing expert geotechnical services for a variety of mining-related projects, including open-pit slope stability, underground mine design support, tailings dam design, and infrastructure development. You will lead field investigations, laboratory testing programs, data analysis, and the development of practical, safe, and cost-effective engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in mining geotechnics, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex projects and client relationships within the **Mpumalanga** region.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage geotechnical site investigations for mining projects, including drilling, CPT, and geophysical surveys.


• Interpret geological and geotechnical data to assess ground conditions and rock mass properties.


• Conduct detailed slope stability analyses for open-pit mines, considering various failure modes.


• Provide geotechnical input for underground mine design, including tunnel stability and support systems.


• Design and assess the stability of tailings storage facilities and waste rock dumps.


• Develop recommendations for ground improvement, dewatering, and seepage control.


• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports, including risk assessments and design recommendations.


• Liaise with mine operators, geologists, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.


• Mentor and supervise junior geotechnical engineers and site investigation teams.


• Ensure compliance with relevant mining regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering with a geotechnical focus.


• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is required.


• A minimum of 8 years of specialized experience in geotechnical engineering, with a significant portion focused on mining applications.


• Proven experience in open-pit slope design, underground support, and tailings dam engineering.


• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as Slide, Rocscience suite (Phase2, Examine3D), GEO5, or similar.


• Strong understanding of rock mechanics, soil mechanics, and hydrogeology in a mining context.


• Experience with site investigation techniques and laboratory testing interpretation.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing capabilities.


• Strong project management and client liaison skills.


• Willingness to travel to remote mine sites as required.


• Experience within **Nelspruit** and the broader mining industry in **Mpumalanga** is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid, a provident fund, and performance-based incentives.


• They provide excellent opportunities for career growth within the mining sector and support for continuing professional development.


• The company fosters a strong safety culture and a collaborative team environment.


• Join a leading consultancy and play a key role in the responsible development of South Africa's mining resources.