Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Mining Stability

Placements24

Richards Bay

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Benefits Package

Site Accommodation

Transport Provided

Large-scale Projects

Professional Development

Safety Focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support mining projects near Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on assessing stability of mine structures, slopes, and underground excavations, providing design recommendations and risk mitigation strategies.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, apply soil and rock mechanics expertise, and contribute to safe, efficient operations across site-based projects with accommodation and transport provided.

Qualifications

Minimum 6 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, mining exposure preferred.
Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software Rocscience Suite, PLAXIS, and GeoStudio.
Experience with ground improvement techniques and foundation design.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct geotechnical investigations, including site characterization, laboratory testing, and in-situ testing.
Analyze the stability of open-pit slopes, underground excavations, and mine waste facilities.
Develop and implement geotechnical monitoring programs and interpret monitoring data.
Provide geotechnical design recommendations for mine infrastructure, such as access roads, tunnels, and tailings dams.
Collaborate with geologists, engineers, and construction teams to ensure safe and effective project execution.