Senior Tailings Engineer – Pr.Eng.

NIMA Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,407,000 - 2,112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks an experienced Engineer of Record specializing in tailings dams and geotechnical engineering. This role requires at least 10 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to mentor junior engineers. The candidate must be willing to relocate to Dubai for full-time employment. A professional registration and advanced degree in the relevant field are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in tailings dams and geotechnical engineering.
• Experience as or supporting the Engineer of Record (EoR) on major TSF projects.
• Willingness to relocate to Dubai full-time.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EoR) for TSF design and operational management.
• Lead geotechnical designs and risk assessments for tailings structures.
• Mentor junior engineers in the tailings and geotechnical group.

Skills

Geotechnical software knowledge

Slope stability modeling

Communication skills

Education

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration

MSc or higher in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

FLAC

PLAXIS

Job description

Key Responsibilities :

Serve as Engineer of Record (EoR) or technical advisor for TSF design, construction, and operational management

Lead and review geotechnical designs, risk assessments, and performance monitoring programs for tailings structures

Provide expert input on dam safety inspections, instrumentation data analysis, and mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with international standards (e.g. GISTM, CDA, ANCOLD) and regional regulatory frameworks

Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory bodies

Mentor and supervise junior and mid-level engineers in the tailings and geotechnical group

Prepare technical reports, proposals, and client presentations

Requirements :

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration (South Africa or internationally recognized equivalent)

Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience , with a strong focus on tailings dams and geotechnical engineering

Proven experience acting as or supporting the Engineer of Record (EoR) on major TSF projects

Strong knowledge of geotechnical software and slope stability modelling tools (e.g., GeoStudio, FLAC, PLAXIS)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Willingness to relocate to and reside in Dubai full-time

Ability to travel to remote mine sites on a scheduled basis

Preferred Qualifications :

MSc or higher in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

Experience in arid and desert geotechnical environments

Familiarity with environmental and social governance (ESG) best practices in tailings

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