Geotechnical Engineer

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT CANNINGTON 

Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead.  Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville. Cannington mine provides on-site accommodation including meal services, as well as sporting and gym facilities.  

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans.
• Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This is a permanent position on an 8:6 roster, FIFO from Townsville/Brisbane/Cairns or DIDO from Mount Isa to Cannington.

As the Geotechnical Engineer, you will support Mine Planning and Operations by working alongside a team to provide geotechnical advice, monitor design, installation, analysis, and response and design development rehabilitation and cablebolt plans. You will ensure the geotechnical risks are identified, monitored and managed.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Geotechnical assessment and input into the mine design, drill and blast, ground support, and paste processes.
• Significant focus on optimal stope designs and identification of appropriate controls.
• Assessment of excavation, rock mass and support performance.
• Audits and QA/QC of ground support.

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Experience in hard rock, underground operation – ideally with open stope mining methods.
• Problem solving skills which employ a risk-based approach.
• Strong communication skills and the desire to be a team player.

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical, Geology, Civil, or Mining Engineering and/or Post Graduate Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on 7th August 2024.