Senior Mine Geotechnical Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + bonus structure

Health, life, and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Mine Geotechnical Engineer to deliver expert technical support for mining operations in Kimberley. You will assess ground conditions, develop design recommendations, and monitor underground and open-pit stability to safeguard people and assets.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Geotechnical or Mining Engineering, at least 8 years of mine geotechnical experience, and proficiency with Rocscience, FLAC, Maptek, and GIS.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of specialized experience in mine geotechnical engineering.
• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software (e.g., Rocscience suite, FLAC, Maptek) and GIS tools.
• Strong knowledge of rock mechanics, soil mechanics, and structural geology principles.
• Experience with field investigations, instrumentation, and data interpretation.
• Excellent analytical skills, report writing capabilities, and communication proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive geotechnical investigations and analyses for mine design and stability assessments.
• Develop and implement ground support and monitoring plans for underground excavations and open pits.
• Analyze rock mass properties, slope stability, and seismic activity relevant to mining operations.
• Provide geotechnical input into mine planning, development, and operational activities.
• Monitor ground conditions and assess potential risks, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical reports, design documents, and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Rock mechanics

Slope stability

Data interpretation

Report writing

Communication

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related field

Tools

Rocscience suite

FLAC

Maptek

GIS tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified Senior Mine Geotechnical Engineer to provide expert technical support for their mining operations in Kimberley. This role is crucial for ensuring the stability and safety of all underground and open-pit excavations. You will be responsible for conducting geotechnical assessments, developing design recommendations, and monitoring ground conditions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced geotechnical engineer to contribute to the safe and sustainable operation of significant mining assets within a leading company.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive geotechnical investigations and analyses for mine design and stability assessments.
• Develop and implement ground support and monitoring plans for underground excavations and open pits.
• Analyze rock mass properties, slope stability, and seismic activity relevant to mining operations.
• Provide geotechnical input into mine planning, development, and operational activities.
• Monitor ground conditions and assess potential risks, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical reports, design documents, and presentations for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of specialized experience in mine geotechnical engineering.
• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software (e.g., Rocscience suite, FLAC, Maptek) and GIS tools.
• Strong knowledge of rock mechanics, soil mechanics, and structural geology principles.
• Experience with field investigations, instrumentation, and data interpretation.
• Excellent analytical skills, report writing capabilities, and communication proficiency.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with generous company contributions.
• Support for continuing education and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging mining projects.