Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Remote Support

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Professional development support

Exposure to high-profile mining/infra$

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide expert remote support and analysis for mining and infrastructure projects from a hybrid base in South Africa. You will evaluate ground conditions, slope stability, and underground excavation stability to advise on safe, efficient project execution.

The role requires a Master's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in PLAXIS, SLOPE/W, and SEEP/W.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of geotechnical experience in mining or heavy civil construction.
• Proficiency with PLAXIS, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Hybrid role requiring remote analysis with on-site collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed geotechnical analyses including slope stability, seepage, and settlement analyses.
• Interpret borehole logs, CPT data, and lab test results.
• Develop geotechnical design recommendations for mines and tailings structures.
• Conduct risk assessments for geological hazards and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports and specifications.
• Provide remote guidance and coordinate site visits as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Slope stability

Remote collaboration

Technical writing

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide expert remote support and analysis for their mining and infrastructure projects. This hybrid role allows for significant remote work, focusing on the evaluation of ground conditions, slope stability, and underground excavation stability. You will leverage advanced modeling techniques and geological data to provide critical recommendations for safe and efficient project execution. Your expertise will be essential in assessing risks and ensuring the integrity of structures in challenging geological environments, contributing significantly from a remote base while maintaining essential on-site collaboration with project teams to ensure safety and project success in complex geotechnical endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed geotechnical analyses, including slope stability, seepage, and settlement analyses, using specialized software.
• Interpret geological and geotechnical investigation data, including borehole logs, CPT data, and laboratory test results.
• Develop geotechnical design recommendations for mine excavations, tailings dams, and other relevant structures.
• Conduct risk assessments related to geological hazards and provide mitigation strategies.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports, design documentation, and technical specifications.
• Provide remote technical guidance and support to on-site engineering and construction teams, coordinating site visits as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering, with a focus on the mining or heavy civil construction industries.
• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software such as PLAXIS, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and hydrogeology.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote analysis with essential on-site consultations.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and bonus structure.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Support for professional development, including conferences and advanced training.
• The opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects across the mining and infrastructure sectors.