Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Underground Mining

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a prominent mining conglomerate near Pretoria. The role focuses on ensuring stability and safety in underground excavations through geotechnical analysis, design, and risk assessment.

The incumbent will conduct site investigations, laboratory testing, numerical modeling, and develop ground support strategies for complex mining environments, providing technical guidance to mining operations in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Strong background in rock mechanics
• In-depth understanding of geotechnical principles in underground mining

Responsibilities

• Ensure stability and safety of underground mining excavations through geotechnical analysis and design
• Conduct site investigations and laboratory testing
• Perform numerical modeling and develop ground support strategies
• Provide technical guidance to mining operations and risk assessments
• Contribute to development of best practices in geotechnical engineering in Gauteng

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a prominent mining conglomerate near Pretoria. The role focuses on ensuring stability and safety in underground excavations through geotechnical analysis, design, and risk assessment.

The incumbent will conduct site investigations, laboratory testing, numerical modeling, and develop ground support strategies for complex mining environments, providing technical guidance to mining operations in Gauteng.