About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated professional to play a vital role in our mine planning and operational teams. As a Site Geotechnical Engineer, you will provide essential geotechnical support to ensure the safe and economic extraction of coal.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to pit advancement strategies and have a tangible impact on the value and profitability of the mine.
Key Responsibilities:
* Demonstrate a commitment to health, safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable development.
* Provide leadership in identifying and managing geotechnical risks in mine design and execution.
* Conduct geotechnical stability assessments and deliver designs for tactical planning.
* Offer expert geotechnical advice to operational and planning teams to effectively manage hazards.
* Perform inspections and monitoring of active mining areas, issuing geotechnical hazard reports and instrumentation requirements.
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the QLD Coal Mining Safety and Health Act and the QLD Professional Engineers Act.
About You
You are a proactive and autonomous professional with a strong understanding of technical risk in an open-cut mining environment. Your robust analytical and report-writing skills are complemented by your ability to maintain comprehensive data records.
You are an excellent communicator, capable of building strong collaborative relationships and conveying complex geotechnical information to various stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience:
* A Bachelor's degree in geological engineering, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or mining engineering.
* A minimum of 1.5 years of experience in an operational mine environment.
* At least 6 months of experience in mine geotechnical analysis and risk assessment, including slope design in soil, spoil, and rock.
Benefits:
* We offer a range of benefits to support our employees, including flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and other extended leave entitlements.
* This role offers both residential and FIFO options from Brisbane.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce:
We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.