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.

Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.

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
• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• 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 be responsible for providing timely, high-quality geotechnical guidance to effectively support Planning, Scheduling, and Mining Execution departments.

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

• Conduct site investigations to assess geotechnical conditions in the field for design purposes
• Evaluate the stability of stopes and tunnels to ensure safety and integrity
• Develop ground support systems and recommend strategies for rockfall mitigation
• Implement monitoring programs, including seismic data analysis, damage mapping, and Lidar convergence assessment
• Identify geotechnical risks and ensure compliance with relevant regulations

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 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 Thursday 17th October 2024.