Geotechnical Engineer
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Job Location:
Musina - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Geotechnical Engineer Underground provides geotechnical engineering support to mining and other engineering disciplines in Short to Medium Term Planning design and operational life cycles. This role is also responsible for Identify geotechnical hazards; risks and/or opportunities in the Short to Medium Term Planning life cycles through regular analysis and interpretation of geotechnical data and underground inspections.
- Assist Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Manager to proactively identify and treat excavation stability and groundwater issues to ensure that the desired levels of stability are maintained for all excavations for the required period.
- Perform appropriate calculations and prepare design reports specifications and other deliverables for review and approval by Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Manager and / or the Production Manager.
- Lead and provide technical guidance during rock related underground investigations.
- Attend and provide input into monthly Pre-Planning Planning and other Production and relevant technical meetings.
- Review and update geotechnical models with latest information and carry the updates through the geotech design value chain.
- Ensure the quality control systems are actively applied to all geotechnical schemes.
Qualifications :
- Grade 12 / Std 10 / N3 /relevant National NQF4 level qualification.
- Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Engineering Geology Mining Engineering or similarly aligned qualification.
- Valid drivers license (EB)
- Professional registration GSSA; SANIRE; SAIMM (advantageous)
- Chamber of Mines Certificate in Rock Mechanics or 3 theory parts of Chambers of Mines certificate in Rock Mechanics completed for underground (advantageous)
Experience required:
- 5 years geotechnical / caving experience of which at least 3 in a Senior / Supervisory geotechnical capacity in an underground mine.
- Understanding of mine planning survey geology and mining work streams and how they integrate with the geotechnical engineering function.
- Understanding of ground support techniques for underground mine development
- Project and contract management skill
Knowledge & Technical Skills:
- Ability to implement relevant underground mining processes and practices in accordance with mining safety and environmental legislation.
- Solid technical and operational knowledge in the processes associated with underground massive mining operations and experience of working in such mines.
- A methodical approach good analytical skills accuracy and attention to detail.
- Experiential and technical knowledge of rock mass characterisation and rock mass classification systems including Q RMR GSI and MRMR amongst others.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check validation of qualifications and medicals fitness.
Additional Information :
Values
Put Safety First We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.
Be Passionate We are exhilarated by the product we sell the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.
Pull Together Being united in purpose and action we will turn the diversity of our people skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.
Build Trust We will always listen first then act with openness honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish
Show we Care The people whose lives we touch their communities nations and the environment we share all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real lasting and makes us proud.
Shape the Future We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.
Eligibility Criteria
This role is open to all individuals and we will support employees who might need to relocate
Closing date: 31 December 2025
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Construction Inspection
- Business Development
- GIS
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Communication skills
- Construction Experience
- Data Collection
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Autocad
- Horizontal Drilling
- Writing Skills
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