Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Mining (Underground/Open Pit)

Placements24

KwaZulu-Natal

On-site

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package
Bonuses based on performance
Medical aid
Retirement fund contributions
Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24, based in South Africa, invites a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our mining client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead geotechnical assessments, design ground support, and guide underground and open-pit stability projects, collaborating with mine planners and engineers to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role offers exposure to cutting-edge geotechnical methods, mentorship for junior engineers, and opportunities for professional development within a vibrant

Qualifications

  • Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field.
  • 8+ years in geotechnical engineering with mining focus.
  • Experience with rock/soil mechanics and slope stability analysis.
  • Proficiency with geotechnical software and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct geotechnical investigations for mine planning and operations.
  • Design and implement ground support for underground and open-pit works.
  • Monitor ground conditions and assess rock bursts and slope stability risks.
  • Develop geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring programs.
  • Provide expert geotechnical advice for mine design and production.
  • Prepare reports and present findings to management.

Skills

Rock mechanics
Soil mechanics
Slope stability analysis
Underground excavation design
Geotechnical software
Instrumentation & monitoring
Project leadership
Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Geotechnical/Civil Eng

Tools

FLAC
Slide
Rocscience suite

Job description

Placements24, based in South Africa, invites a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our mining client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead geotechnical assessments, design ground support, and guide underground and open-pit stability projects, collaborating with mine planners and engineers to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role offers exposure to cutting-edge geotechnical methods, mentorship for junior engineers, and opportunities for professional development within a vibrant

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