Sino Iron is the largest magnetite mining and downstream processing operation in Australia, located km Southwest of Karratha in the mining hub of the Pilbara.Our fully integrated operation features an open pit mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.The OpportunityCITIC Pacific Mining is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Site based team to help develop Australia's largest Magnetite mine. This permanent role is site based on an 8/6 roster, FIFO from Perth.Reporting to the Principal Geotechnical Engineer the primary work responsibilities will include: Regular geotechnical inspectionsGeotechnical pit mapping and Pit structure analysisKeeping the prism monitoring system operating and analysis of prism dataConducting geotechnical hazard identification risk assessments, monitor rock deformationsGeotechnical data collection, diamond core logging, sample collection, testing and interpretationData validation and QA/QC with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detailWall depressurization investigationsInput to blast designs for stable slopesConducting reviews of slope performance focussing on rock mechanics issues and reconciliation between pit design and pit constructionContractor management and supervision for geotechnical drillingLegislative compliance with the DMIRS health and safety acts You will be responsible for developing strong professional relationships within the mine operations team, between the mine management, geologist's, mine planners, mining engineers, drill and blast as well as production personnel.About You As the successful candidate you'll have the following: Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering and/or Geotechnical / Geological EngineeringA minimum of three years' experience in large open pit mining operations.Be familiar with Adam 3D photography & I-Site laser scanning.Be familiar with Vulcan Mining and Rocscience Software as well as Acquire DatabaseHave experience undertaking geotechnical analysis utilising Rock Mass Classification systems, structure analysis, failure mode and slope stability analysis.Strong oral and written communication skills and be able to demonstrate good time management and organisational skills.Have experience in logging soil and rock conditions as per Australian Standards The successful applicant must have a strong sense of commitment to the environment and to occupational health and safety, have a willingness to learn and the ability to work successfully in a dynamic, driven team environment.What We OfferAs an employee of CPM, we offer a range of benefits including leave benefits, personal and family benefits, education and training, salary sacrifice options, and lifestyle benefits through preferred suppliers. Competitive remuneration packages.Career progression and industry training programs.Life and salary continuance insurance.Salary packaging options.Access to the Alliance Airlines Lounge. The village features three gyms, a swimming pool, multi-purpose sports courts, a retail store, tavern with beer garden, dining, and recreation room.Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi internet access to all rooms, in-house entertainment with FOXTEL and a regular schedule of entertainers including bands and sporting professional.
