Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Remote Mining Risk Expert

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Comprehensive remote setup

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a remote-first role in the global mining sector. You will assess, model, and mitigate geotechnical risks across diverse mining projects, advise project teams and mine planners, and contribute to safety and efficiency on sites worldwide.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in geotechnical engineering, with expertise in slope stability and ground support design, and proficiency in RocScience and GeoStudio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive geotechnical experience in mining.
• Experience with numerical modeling of soil/rock mechanics and slope stability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and site assessments for mining projects.
• Develop geotechnical monitoring programs and analyze data for risks.
• Perform stability analyses for open-pit slopes and underground excavations.
• Provide expert geotechnical advice to project teams and management.
• Utilize RocScience/GeoStudio for numerical modeling.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Numerical modelling

Data analysis

Communication

Education

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

Tools

RocScience

GeoStudio

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a remote-first role in the global mining sector. You will assess, model, and mitigate geotechnical risks across diverse mining projects, advise project teams and mine planners, and contribute to safety and efficiency on sites worldwide.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in geotechnical engineering, with expertise in slope stability and ground support design, and proficiency in RocScience and GeoStudio.