Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Mining Sector

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its team in Polokwane, with a strong emphasis on the mining sector. You will assess ground conditions, design stable mine openings, waste dumps, and tailings facilities, and provide expert geotechnical guidance to ensure safe, efficient mining operations in Limpopo.

The role supports a hybrid work model, combining site-based collaboration with office-based specialists to deliver comprehensive geotechnical solutions.

Qualifications

• MSc or MEng in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience with significant mining exposure.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geotechnical investigations for mining infrastructure, including open pits and underground operations.
• Design and optimize stability for mine slopes, tailings dams, and waste rock facilities.
• Perform advanced numerical modeling for complex geotechnical scenarios in mining environments.
• Develop and implement ground support strategies for underground excavations.
• Provide expert advice on geotechnical risks and mitigation measures associated with mining activities.
• Liaise with mine managers, geologists, and other disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.

Skills

Rock mechanics

Slope stability analysis

Tailings dam design

Project leadership

Education

MSc or MEng in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.) registration with ECSA

Tools

FLAC

Maptek

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to bolster their team in Polokwane , with a strong focus on the mining sector. This role is critical for assessing ground conditions, designing stable mine openings, waste dumps, and tailings facilities. You will provide essential technical expertise to ensure the safety and efficiency of mining operations in the Limpopo province. The hybrid model allows for effective collaboration with site-based teams and office-based specialists, ensuring comprehensive geotechnical solutions are delivered.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geotechnical investigations for mining infrastructure, including open pits and underground operations.
• Design and optimize stability for mine slopes, tailings dams, and waste rock facilities.
• Perform advanced numerical modeling for complex geotechnical scenarios in mining environments.
• Develop and implement ground support strategies for underground excavations.
• Provide expert advice on geotechnical risks and mitigation measures associated with mining activities.
• Liaise with mine managers, geologists, and other disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.

Requirements

• MSc or MEng in Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with significant exposure to the mining industry .
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• Expertise in mining-specific geotechnical software (e.g., FLAC, Maptek).
• Strong knowledge of rock mechanics, slope stability analysis, and tailings dam design.
• Proven ability to lead geotechnical investigations and design projects in challenging environments.

Benefits

• A leading salary package commensurate with extensive industry experience.
• A flexible hybrid work model , balancing site visits with remote office work.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and specialization within the mining sector.
• Work on high-impact projects critical to the mining industry in the Polokwane region and beyond.