Geotechnical Expert Sought
We are seeking a highly skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join our Kalgoorlie Operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance to the mining operations with regards to mine planning, design, and geotechnical support to optimise mine operations.
The key tasks of this role include:
* Providing Geotechnical advice and direction in planned and active underground mining areas, ensuring effective ground support systems are in place.
* Working closely with the technical production team in designing mine level and stope extraction plans, including evaluating rock stress and stability performance.
* Generating, coordinating, and quality checking underground check scaling and rehabilitation plans.
* Supporting seismic data processing, analysis, and reporting.
* Collecting geotechnical information through mapping of underground excavations and logging core samples.
* Reviewing and updating the Ground Control Management Plan.
* Contributing to the development of geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring systems.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A degree in Geotechnical Engineering or an equivalent field.
* A minimum of 5 years' experience, including 2 years' relevant UG Mining experience in a Geotechnical focused role.
* Knowledge of the Mine Safety and Inspection Act and Regulations.
* Demonstrated ability to use specialised Geotechnical hardware and software.
We offer a range of benefits to support your career and wellbeing, including:
* Company subsidised health insurance.
* Gold Price Variable bonus incentive.
* Short-term incentive bonus program.
* Employee Share Plan programs.
* Gold standard parental leave policy.
* Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
* Salary continuance insurance from commencement.
* Salary sacrificing benefits.
Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria, which includes medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work, and valid Australian national police clearance. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce.